Aloysia deserticola
Aloysia deserticola
Aloysia deserticola is a plant traditionally not associated with any specific medicinal uses. Scientific studies have shown that extracts from Aloysia deserticola and Krameria lappacea exhibit activity against Gram-positive bacteria, with active compounds including oleanolic acid and ursolic acid identified in A. deserticola. However, the evidence remains limited, and further research is needed to fully understand its potential applications. Temperature is a significant factor influencing the elevational range limits of alpine plants like Aloysia deserticola, but other factors such as water availability, herbivory, and phenology also play roles, though their exact impacts are not well understood. The plant's role in cold adaptation through microbiomes has been reviewed, with mechanisms still largely unknown. No major safety issues or drug interactions have been recorded for Aloysia deserticola to date.
- 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 reveals that most Acantholippia species are closely related to an expanded Aloysia, supporting five new combinations and suggesting multiple geographic and morphological shifts.
- Aloysia deserticola and Krameria lappacea extracts showed activity against Gram positive bacteria, with identified bioactive compounds including oleanolic acid and ursolic acid from A. deserticola.
- The study found that while temperature is a major factor, many other factors such as water availability, herbivory, and soil properties also influence the elevational range limits of alpine plants, but remain understudied.
- The study reviews alpine and subalpine plant microbiomes and their roles in plant cold adaptation but does not find specific health effects of Aloysia deserticola. SKIP
Frequently asked questions
What is Aloysia deserticola?
Aloysia deserticola (Aloysia deserticola) 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 Aloysia deserticola?
4 sourced findings are recorded for Aloysia deserticola; the strongest carries evidence grade D. For example: The study reveals that most Acantholippia species are closely related to an expanded Aloysia, supporting five new combinations and suggesting multiple geographic and morphological shifts.
How strong is the evidence for Aloysia deserticola?
The strongest finding for Aloysia deserticola carries evidence grade D — preliminary or traditional. Grades run A (strongest) to D (preliminary or traditional).
Is Aloysia deserticola safe? What are the side effects?
No major safety issues are recorded for Aloysia deserticola in our sources, but the data may be incomplete. Consult a qualified professional before use.
Does Aloysia deserticola interact with medications?
No drug interactions are recorded for Aloysia deserticola in our sources. This does not rule them out — check with a pharmacist.
Is Aloysia deserticola 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 Resolving the Genera Aloysia and Acantholippia within Tribe Lantaneae (Verbenaceae), using Chloroplast and Nuclear Sequences literature abstract metadata
- T2 Bioguided identification of triterpenoids and neolignans as bioactive compounds from anti-infectious medicinal plants of the Taira Atacama's community (Calama, Chile). literature abstract metadata
- T2 Alpine and subalpine plant microbiome mediated plants adapt to the cold environment: A systematic review. literature abstract metadata
- T2 On the Limits of Alpine Plants: A Systematic Review of the Factors Behind Species' Elevational Range Limits. literature abstract metadata