Adonis aestivalis
Adonis aestivalis
Adonis aestivalis is a plant traditionally used in herbal medicine practices, particularly in European and Mediterranean regions. While its specific uses are not well-documented, it has been studied for its potential medicinal properties. Scientific research indicates that novel steroidal glycosides from Adonis aestivalis exhibit varying levels of cytotoxicity against tumor cells, though no definitive health claims have been substantiated. The plant's genes have also shown promise in enhancing astaxanthin production in various organisms, including engineered Dunaliella salina and camelina seeds, with some studies noting growth retardation in tobacco plants due to chloroplast disruption. Notably, there are currently no recorded major safety concerns or known drug interactions associated with Adonis aestivalis.
- 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 found that astaxanthin production in tobacco led to growth retardation, likely due to chloroplast disruption, which could be alleviated by enhancing chlorophyll content.
- The study found that introducing plant-derived genes into camelina seeds produced significant levels of astaxanthin, though it slightly reduced seed size and oil content.
- Engineered Dunaliella salina strains expressing Adonis aestivalis CBFD and HBFD genes produced significantly higher levels of astaxanthin compared to those with BKT, reaching 134.88 ± 9.12 μg/g DCW.
- The study identified novel steroidal glycosides from Adonis aestivalis with varying cytotoxicity against tumor cells, though no definitive health claims are made.
Frequently asked questions
What is Adonis aestivalis?
Adonis aestivalis (Adonis aestivalis) 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 Adonis aestivalis?
4 sourced findings are recorded for Adonis aestivalis; the strongest carries evidence grade D. For example: The study found that astaxanthin production in tobacco led to growth retardation, likely due to chloroplast disruption, which could be alleviated by enhancing chlorophyll content.
How strong is the evidence for Adonis aestivalis?
The strongest finding for Adonis aestivalis carries evidence grade D — preliminary or traditional. Grades run A (strongest) to D (preliminary or traditional).
Is Adonis aestivalis safe? What are the side effects?
No major safety issues are recorded for Adonis aestivalis in our sources, but the data may be incomplete. Consult a qualified professional before use.
Does Adonis aestivalis interact with medications?
No drug interactions are recorded for Adonis aestivalis in our sources. This does not rule them out — check with a pharmacist.
What are the common names of Adonis aestivalis?
Adonis aestivalis is also known as: Горицвет летний, Adonis d'été.
Is Adonis aestivalis 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 Enhancing astaxanthin accumulation through the expression of the plant-derived astaxanthin biosynthetic pathway in Dunaliella salina. literature abstract metadata
- T2 Search for new steroidal glycosides with anti-cancer potential from natural resources. literature abstract metadata
- T2 Engineering tobacco for efficient astaxanthin production using a linker-free monocistronic dual-protein expression system and interspecific hybridization method. literature abstract metadata
- T2 Oilseed-based metabolic engineering of astaxanthin and related ketocarotenoids using a plant-derived pathway: Lab-to-field-to-application. literature abstract metadata