Adam's-apple
Tabernaemontana divaricata
Tabernaemontana divaricata is a plant traditionally not associated with any specific medicinal uses. Scientific research has shown that ZnO nanoparticles derived from this plant exhibit high photocatalytic efficiency for degrading industrial dyes under visible light, indicating potential applications in environmental remediation. Additionally, extracts of Tabernaemontana divaricata demonstrated significant wound healing activity in rat models at doses of 0.5 mg/ml and 1 mg/ml, though no definitive treatment claims are made. The plant has also yielded several new alkaloids, with three known ones showing potent neuroprotective effects in cell tests. Coronaridine was detected in C. roseus seedlings up to 8 weeks post-germination, with peak abundance at 3-4 weeks and varying accumulation during growth phases. No major safety issues or recorded drug interactions have been identified for this plant.
- Beste Evidenz
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- Warnhinweise
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Nur zur Information. Traditionelle Anwendung bedeutet keine nachgewiesene Wirksamkeit. Evidenz und Sicherheit variieren — siehe die angegebenen Quellen.
Was die Wissenschaft sagt
- Nanopartikel von Zinkoxid, die aus Tabernaemontana divaricata hergestellt wurden, zeigten eine hohe photo-katadynamische Effizienz bei der Zerstörung industrieller Farbstoffe unter sichtbarer Lichtquelle.
- Beide Dosen von Tabernaemontana divaricata-Extrakt-Hydrogel in Konzentrationen von 0,5 mg/ml und 1 mg/ml zeigten eine signifikante Wundheilungseffektivität bei Rattenmodellen, obwohl die Ergebnisse vorläufig sind.
- Two new alkaloids and one known alkaloid were isolated from Tabernaemontana divaricata, and three known alkaloids showed potent neuroprotective effects in cell tests.
- Coronaridine wurde in Samenlinguen von C. roseus bis zu 8 Wochen nach der Keimung nachgewiesen, mit einem Höchstgehalt zwischen den Wochen 3 und 4 und variabler Akkumulation während der Wachstumsphasen.
Frequently asked questions
What is Adam's-apple?
Adam's-apple (Tabernaemontana divaricata) is a plant documented in FolkKB's traditional-medicine reference, drawn from sourced literature and cross-checked against the evidence.
What does the scientific evidence say about Adam's-apple?
4 sourced findings are recorded for Adam's-apple; the strongest carries evidence grade D. For example: Nanopartikel von Zinkoxid, die aus Tabernaemontana divaricata hergestellt wurden, zeigten eine hohe photo-katadynamische Effizienz bei der Zerstörung industrieller Farbstoffe unter sichtbarer Lichtquelle.
How strong is the evidence for Adam's-apple?
The strongest finding for Adam's-apple carries evidence grade D — preliminary or traditional. Grades run A (strongest) to D (preliminary or traditional).
Is Adam's-apple safe? What are the side effects?
No major safety issues are recorded for Adam's-apple in our sources, but the data may be incomplete. Consult a qualified professional before use.
Does Adam's-apple interact with medications?
No drug interactions are recorded for Adam's-apple in our sources. This does not rule them out — check with a pharmacist.
What are the common names of Adam's-apple?
Adam's-apple is also known as: Caprice.
Is Adam's-apple a proven treatment?
No. FolkKB is informational only. Traditional use and early findings are not proof of efficacy or safety — consult a qualified professional and never self-treat.
Quellen
- T2 Formulation, characterization and in-vivo evaluation of standardized Tabernaemontana divericata extract hydrogel for wound healing. literature abstract metadata
- T2 Analysis and characteristics of coronaridine, an alkaloid found in Catharanthus roseus. literature abstract metadata
- T2 New alkaloids from the twigs and leaves of tabernaemontana divaricata and their neuroprotective effects. literature abstract metadata
- T2 Green synthesized ZnO nanocatalysts for rapid and effective visible-light degradation of industrial dyes. literature abstract metadata