Virola

Virola

Virola is a genus of trees traditionally found in tropical forests of Central and South America. There are no specific traditional uses or practices associated with Virola, though it has been studied for its potential medicinal properties. Scientific evidence suggests that Virola-derived compounds exhibit anti-inflammatory activity both systemically and topically, without causing cytotoxicity in mice models and RAW 264.7 cells. Additionally, adding 5% biochar to Virola surinamensis plants was found to mitigate cadmium toxicity, enhancing their physiological responses. The genus has also shown antileishmanial activity by modulating oxidative stress; however, further in vivo and clinical studies are needed to confirm these findings. No major safety issues or drug interactions have been recorded for Virola.

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Beste Evidenz
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Warnhinweise

Nur zur Information. Traditionelle Anwendung bedeutet keine nachgewiesene Wirksamkeit. Evidenz und Sicherheit variieren — siehe die angegebenen Quellen.

Was die Wissenschaft sagt

  • Virola gehört zu den sechs Baumgattungen, die mehr als 2% aller Interaktionen bei der geschätzten Baumpopulation liefern. D PMID
  • HEVe zeigte sowohl systemische als auch topische entzündungshemmende Aktivität ohne Cyto-Toxizität in Mäusemodellen und RAW 264.7-Zellen. D PMID
  • Die Studie zeigte an, dass die Hinzufügung von 5 % Biochar die Kadmium-Toxicität bei Virola surinamensis reduzierte und die physischen Reaktionen der Pflanze verbesserte. D PMID
  • Verzweigte Verbindungen aus Virola zeigten antileishmaniale Aktivität durch die Modulation des氧化应为“氧化”而非“氧化”,因此纠正后的德语翻译应为:“Verzweigte Verbindungen aus Virola zeigten antileishmaniale Aktivität durch die Modulation des Oxidationsstresses.” D PMID

Frequently asked questions

What is Virola?

Virola (Virola) 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 Virola?

4 sourced findings are recorded for Virola; the strongest carries evidence grade D. For example: Virola gehört zu den sechs Baumgattungen, die mehr als 2% aller Interaktionen bei der geschätzten Baumpopulation liefern.

How strong is the evidence for Virola?

The strongest finding for Virola carries evidence grade D — preliminary or traditional. Grades run A (strongest) to D (preliminary or traditional).

Is Virola safe? What are the side effects?

No major safety issues are recorded for Virola in our sources, but the data may be incomplete. Consult a qualified professional before use.

Does Virola interact with medications?

No drug interactions are recorded for Virola in our sources. This does not rule them out — check with a pharmacist.

What are the common names of Virola?

Virola is also known as: Вирола.

Is Virola 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

  1. T2 Phytochemistry and Evaluation of the Anti-Inflammatory Activity of the Hydroethanolic Extract of Virola elongata (Benth.) Warb. Stem Bark. literature abstract metadata
  2. T2 The Role of Oxidative Stress in the Pathogenesis and Treatment of Leishmaniasis: Impact on Drug Toxicity and Therapeutic Potential of Natural Products. literature abstract metadata
  3. T2 Biometric and physiological responses of Virola Surinamensis to cadmium and biochar in amazonian soil. literature abstract metadata
  4. T2 Pollination and dispersal networks in the Amazonian tree flora. literature abstract metadata