Hybrid Monk's-hood
Aconitum × cammarum
Aconitum × cammarum is a hybrid species of monkshood found in the Ukrainian Carpathians. While traditional uses are not well-documented, historical records indicate that 179 plant taxa were used in peasant culture in western Ukraine during the 1930s for various purposes including medicine and rituals. Scientific studies have documented 2,280 occurrence records of Aconitum species in the region but provide no specific evidence regarding the traditional uses or efficacy of Aconitum × cammarum itself. Safety concerns are minimal based on current data; however, due to its toxic nature, caution is advised. There are no recorded drug interactions for this plant.
- Best evidence
- D
- Cautions
- —
Informational only. Traditional use does not mean proven effectiveness. Evidence and safety vary — check the cited sources.
What the science says
- The study provides a revised nomenclature for vascular plants endemic to the Ukrainian Carpathians, listing 1,101 names with 78 accepted species and subspecies.
- The study compiled 2,280 occurrence records of Aconitum species in the Ukrainian Carpathians and adjacent territories.
- The study documented 179 plant taxa used in peasant culture in western Ukraine during the 1930s, with a focus on their medicinal uses.
Frequently asked questions
What is Hybrid Monk's-hood?
Hybrid Monk's-hood (Aconitum × cammarum) 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 Hybrid Monk's-hood?
3 sourced findings are recorded for Hybrid Monk's-hood; the strongest carries evidence grade D. For example: The study provides a revised nomenclature for vascular plants endemic to the Ukrainian Carpathians, listing 1,101 names with 78 accepted species and subspecies.
How strong is the evidence for Hybrid Monk's-hood?
The strongest finding for Hybrid Monk's-hood carries evidence grade D — preliminary or traditional. Grades run A (strongest) to D (preliminary or traditional).
Is Hybrid Monk's-hood safe? What are the side effects?
No major safety issues are recorded for Hybrid Monk's-hood in our sources, but the data may be incomplete. Consult a qualified professional before use.
Does Hybrid Monk's-hood interact with medications?
No drug interactions are recorded for Hybrid Monk's-hood in our sources. This does not rule them out — check with a pharmacist.
What are the common names of Hybrid Monk's-hood?
Hybrid Monk's-hood is also known as: Борец садовый, Aconit crabe.
Is Hybrid Monk's-hood 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.
Sources
- T2 Fischer's Lexicon of Slavic beliefs and customs: a previously unknown contribution to the ethnobotany of Ukraine and Poland. literature abstract metadata
- T2 Genus Aconitum (Ranunculaceae) in the Ukrainian Carpathians and adjacent territories. literature abstract metadata
- T2 An annotated nomenclatural checklist of endemic vascular plants distributed in the Ukrainian Carpathians. literature abstract metadata