Korean wild chive
Allium monanthum
Allium monanthum, a member of the Amaryllidaceae family, traditionally lacks documented uses in any specific medical or cultural practices. Scientific studies have shown promising results with its essential oil exhibiting significant larvicidal activity against Aedes aegypti larvae and copper nanoparticles derived from it demonstrating potential antibacterial, antioxidant, and anti-inflammatory properties. However, the evidence is currently limited and more research is needed to confirm these findings. No major safety concerns or drug interactions have been recorded for Allium monanthum, but further investigation is warranted given its diverse potential applications.
- 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
- This study synthesized copper nanoparticles from Allium monanthum with antibacterial, antioxidant properties, and potential anti-inflammatory effects.
- The essential oil from Allium monanthum stems showed significant larvicidal activity against Aedes aegypti larvae.
- The study quantified lycorine levels in 56 commercial food samples and five Amaryllidaceae plants.
- The study found that leaf blight in Allium monanthum in South Korea is caused by Botrytis squamosa.
Frequently asked questions
What is Korean wild chive?
Korean wild chive (Allium monanthum) 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 Korean wild chive?
4 sourced findings are recorded for Korean wild chive; the strongest carries evidence grade D. For example: This study synthesized copper nanoparticles from Allium monanthum with antibacterial, antioxidant properties, and potential anti-inflammatory effects.
How strong is the evidence for Korean wild chive?
The strongest finding for Korean wild chive carries evidence grade D — preliminary or traditional. Grades run A (strongest) to D (preliminary or traditional).
Is Korean wild chive safe? What are the side effects?
No major safety issues are recorded for Korean wild chive in our sources, but the data may be incomplete. Consult a qualified professional before use.
Does Korean wild chive interact with medications?
No drug interactions are recorded for Korean wild chive in our sources. This does not rule them out — check with a pharmacist.
What are the common names of Korean wild chive?
Korean wild chive is also known as: Лук одноцветковый.
Is Korean wild chive 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 Leaf blight in Allium monanthum is caused by Botrytis squamosa in South Korea literature abstract metadata
- T2 Quantitative Analysis of Lycorine Dietary Exposure in Commercial Foods and the Amaryllidaceae Family literature abstract metadata
- T2 Larvicidal activity of major essential oils from stems of Allium monanthum Maxim. against Aedes aegypti L. literature abstract metadata
- T2 Biological Synthesis of Copper Nanoparticles Using Edible Plant Allium monanthum: Characterization of Antibacterial, Antioxidant, and Anti-Inflammatory Properties Using In Silico Molecular Docking Analysis. literature abstract metadata