Anemones
Anemone
Anemone refers to a diverse genus of flowering plants within the Ranunculaceae family. There are no recorded traditional medicinal uses for this plant in historical records. Scientific studies have primarily focused on using genetic markers for species identification in the Himalayas and observing ecological interactions with beetles. Some research also explores biomimetic designs inspired by sea anemone tentacles. No major safety issues or notable drug interactions have been recorded for this plant.
- 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 rbcL and trnH-psbA markers provided reliable species identification and phylogenetic resolution for endemic Himalayan plant species.
- The study designed a flexible tactile sensor inspired by sea anemone tentacles, achieving good force sensitivity and stability in various applications.
- The study identified sea anemones as medium-risk species for cooling water system blockages due to their presence in high numbers near a coastal nuclear power plant.
- Flower visits by Pygopleurus beetles were more effective and lasted longer than those by honeybees, with effectiveness declining with elevation while bee importance remained low.
- Symbiotic sea anemones showed increased oxylipin levels, particularly eicosanoids and docosanoids, compared to aposymbiotic ones under thermal stress.
- Nutrient enrichment altered the sea anemone Nematostella vectensis's microbiome structure, leading to increased mucus shedding as a response.
- Caltha scaposa's chloroplast genome was sequenced and compared to related species, revealing its phylogenetic position within the tribe Anemoneae.
Frequently asked questions
What is Anemones?
Anemones (Anemone) 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 Anemones?
7 sourced findings are recorded for Anemones; the strongest carries evidence grade D. For example: The study found that rbcL and trnH-psbA markers provided reliable species identification and phylogenetic resolution for endemic Himalayan plant species.
How strong is the evidence for Anemones?
The strongest finding for Anemones carries evidence grade D — preliminary or traditional. Grades run A (strongest) to D (preliminary or traditional).
Is Anemones safe? What are the side effects?
No major safety issues are recorded for Anemones in our sources, but the data may be incomplete. Consult a qualified professional before use.
Does Anemones interact with medications?
No drug interactions are recorded for Anemones in our sources. This does not rule them out — check with a pharmacist.
What are the common names of Anemones?
Anemones is also known as: ветреница, Anémone.
Is Anemones 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 Nutrient-rich environments drive microbiome restructuring and mucus shedding in a coastal cnidarian. literature abstract metadata
- T2 Oxylipin-mediated metabolic signatures of symbiosis homeostasis and thermal stress in a model sea anemone. literature abstract metadata
- T2 Comparative Analysis of Complete Chloroplast Genomes of Caltha scaposa for Identification and Phylogenetic Analysis. literature abstract metadata
- T2 Differential pollinator importance contributes to flower colour variation along an elevational gradient. literature abstract metadata
- T2 DNA barcoding and phylogenetic insights into the selected endemic flora of the Western Himalayas. literature abstract metadata
- T2 Interannual Dynamics of Macrobenthic Communities near a Coastal Nuclear Power Plant: Environmental Drivers and Risks of Cooling Source Blockage. literature abstract metadata
- T2 A Sea Anemone Tentacle-Inspired Capacitive 3D Force Flexible Tactile Sensor for Human-Machine Interaction and Encoding Communication Applications. literature abstract metadata