Allium victorialis
Allium victorialis
Allium victorialis, also known as Meadow saffron, is a plant that has not been extensively documented in traditional medicine. Scientific evidence regarding its medicinal uses is limited; however, studies have shown potential benefits for liver health, specifically reducing inflammation and damage associated with alcoholic liver disease through enhanced FXR activity. Additionally, there are predictions of shifting cultivation areas due to climate change. While no major safety issues or known drug interactions have been recorded, accidental ingestion can lead to acute colchicine poisoning, which may result in severe complications such as endotoxin shock.
- Best evidence
- B
- Cautions
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Informational only. Traditional use does not mean proven effectiveness. Evidence and safety vary — check the cited sources.
What the science says
- The water extract of Allium victorialis L. showed protective effects against doxorubicin-induced cardiotoxicity in cells and mice by restoring electrophysiological changes and upregulating antioxidant-related genes and proteins.
- The potential distribution and cultivation areas of Allium victorialis are predicted to shift northeastward under future climate scenarios.
- AVL extracts reduced liver damage and inflammation in mice with alcoholic liver disease by enhancing FXR activity.
- The study found that a modified Pingwei Baohe decoction improved postoperative immune function, reduced inflammation, and enhanced nutritional status in gastric cancer patients.
- The study found a case where accidental ingestion of Meadow saffron led to acute colchicine poisoning resulting in death due to endotoxin shock.
Frequently asked questions
What is Allium victorialis?
Allium victorialis (Allium victorialis) 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 Allium victorialis?
5 sourced findings are recorded for Allium victorialis; the strongest carries evidence grade B. For example: The water extract of Allium victorialis L. showed protective effects against doxorubicin-induced cardiotoxicity in cells and mice by restoring electrophysiological changes and upregulating antioxidant-related genes and proteins.
How strong is the evidence for Allium victorialis?
The strongest finding for Allium victorialis carries evidence grade B — moderate evidence. Grades run A (strongest) to D (preliminary or traditional).
Is Allium victorialis safe? What are the side effects?
No major safety issues are recorded for Allium victorialis in our sources, but the data may be incomplete. Consult a qualified professional before use.
Does Allium victorialis interact with medications?
No drug interactions are recorded for Allium victorialis in our sources. This does not rule them out — check with a pharmacist.
What are the common names of Allium victorialis?
Allium victorialis is also known as: Лук победный, Ail de la Sainte-Victoire.
Is Allium victorialis 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 Allium victorialis L. Extracts Promote Activity of FXR to Ameliorate Alcoholic Liver Disease: Targeting Liver Lipid Deposition and Inflammation. literature abstract metadata
- T2 Multidirectional analysis for a colchicine poisoning case revealed detail cause of death and its mechanism. literature abstract metadata
- T2 Water Extract of Allium Victorialis L. Prevents Doxorubicin-Induced Cardiotoxicity Through Its Antioxidant Property. literature abstract metadata
- T2 Changes in potential distribution and cultivation areas of Allium victorialis L. under climate change. literature abstract metadata
- T2 Modified Pingwei Baohe decoction improves postoperative recovery in gastric cancer patients. literature abstract metadata