Alangium chinense
Alangium chinense
Alangium chinense, also known as Chinese coral tree or red silk-cotton tree, is a plant native to East Asia. While its traditional medicinal uses are not well-documented, studies have focused on its botanical characteristics and potential applications in leaf area measurement. The sorted areas of floral parts and leaves from Alangium chinense can be described by a geometric series, with the generalized performance equation (GPE) providing accurate leaf area estimations. Scientific evidence suggests that while there are no significant differences between computer recognition and manual measurement methods for estimating leaf area, A. chinense has been shown to increase AST and ALT levels in serum and cause varying degrees of liver damage in a dose-dependent manner. Safety concerns do not appear to be major issues at present, with no reported drug interactions noted in the literature.
- 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 sorted areas of floral parts and leaves from certain species, including Alangium chinense, can be fitted by a geometric series.
- The generalized performance equation (GPE) was found to be valid in describing the leaf area distributions of Alangium chinense, with the lowest RMSE and AIC values.
- The study found negligible differences in leaf area estimation using computer recognition versus manual measurement methods for Alangium chinense leaves.
- A. chinense increased AST and ALT levels in serum and caused varying degrees of liver damage in a dose-dependent manner.
Frequently asked questions
What is Alangium chinense?
Alangium chinense (Alangium chinense) 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 Alangium chinense?
4 sourced findings are recorded for Alangium chinense; the strongest carries evidence grade D. For example: The sorted areas of floral parts and leaves from certain species, including Alangium chinense, can be fitted by a geometric series.
How strong is the evidence for Alangium chinense?
The strongest finding for Alangium chinense carries evidence grade D — preliminary or traditional. Grades run A (strongest) to D (preliminary or traditional).
Is Alangium chinense safe? What are the side effects?
No major safety issues are recorded for Alangium chinense in our sources, but the data may be incomplete. Consult a qualified professional before use.
Does Alangium chinense interact with medications?
No drug interactions are recorded for Alangium chinense in our sources. This does not rule them out — check with a pharmacist.
What are the common names of Alangium chinense?
Alangium chinense is also known as: umukote.
Is Alangium chinense 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 Comparison between computer recognition and manual measurement methods for the estimation of leaf area. literature abstract metadata
- T2 Comparison of five equations in describing the variation of leaf area distributions of Alangium chinense (Lour.) Harms. literature abstract metadata
- T2 Geometric series exists in nature: Evidence from sorted area sequences of floral parts and leaves. literature abstract metadata
- T2 Serum pharmacochemistry combined with network pharmacology reveals the hepatotoxicity mechanism of Alangium chinense (Lour.) Harms. literature abstract metadata