Pelicanflower
Aristolochia grandiflora
Aristolochia grandiflora is a liana species found in various tropical regions. In traditional medicine, it has been applied as a sudorific, diuretic, and vesicant, and is used to treat fever, rheumatism, chills, and colds, as well as for snakebites and scorpion stings. Some scientific evidence suggests a moderate neutralization capacity against the haemorrhagic effects of Bothrops atrox venom when used alongside other plant species. While many herbs show potential for antivenom properties, specific data on this species remains limited. No major safety issues or notable drug interactions have been recorded in the available literature.
- Traditionally for
- snakebite · sudorific
- Traditions
- traditional
- Best evidence
- D
- Cautions
- —
Informational only. Traditional use does not mean proven effectiveness. Evidence and safety vary — check the cited sources.
Traditional use
- snakebite
- sudorific
- antidote
- chill
- cold
- diuretic
- fever
- rheumatism
- scorpion
- vesicant
What the science says
- Aristolochia grandiflora showed moderate neutralization capacity against the haemorrhagic effect of Bothrops atrox venom in some doses, alongside other plant species.
- The review found that 39% of herbs have snake antivenom potential, indicating various phytochemicals in these plants.
- Liana composition and structure varied significantly among different land units, suggesting that soil water availability and relief are key drivers of liana community spatial differentiation.
- The origin of angiosperms may be as early as the late Permian, ~275 million years ago, based on molecular age calculations.
Frequently asked questions
What is Pelicanflower?
Pelicanflower (Aristolochia grandiflora) is a plant documented in FolkKB's traditional-medicine reference, drawn from sourced literature and cross-checked against the evidence.
What is Pelicanflower traditionally used for?
Traditional sources record Pelicanflower for: snakebite, sudorific, antidote, chill, cold, diuretic. This reflects traditional use, not a proven medical treatment.
Which traditions use Pelicanflower?
Pelicanflower appears in these traditions in our sources: traditional.
What does the scientific evidence say about Pelicanflower?
4 sourced findings are recorded for Pelicanflower; the strongest carries evidence grade D. For example: Aristolochia grandiflora showed moderate neutralization capacity against the haemorrhagic effect of Bothrops atrox venom in some doses, alongside other plant species.
How strong is the evidence for Pelicanflower?
The strongest finding for Pelicanflower carries evidence grade D — preliminary or traditional. Grades run A (strongest) to D (preliminary or traditional).
Is Pelicanflower safe? What are the side effects?
No major safety issues are recorded for Pelicanflower in our sources, but the data may be incomplete. Consult a qualified professional before use.
Does Pelicanflower interact with medications?
No drug interactions are recorded for Pelicanflower in our sources. This does not rule them out — check with a pharmacist.
What are the common names of Pelicanflower?
Pelicanflower is also known as: Кирказон крупноцветковый.
Is Pelicanflower 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
- T3 Dr. Duke's Ethnobotanical Database public domain (USDA ARS — attribute Dr. Duke's)
- T2 Snakebites and ethnobotany in the northwest region of Colombia. Part III: neutralization of the haemorrhagic effect of Bothrops atrox venom. literature abstract metadata
- T2 The Emergence of Earliest Angiosperms may be Earlier than Fossil Evidence Indicates. literature abstract metadata
- T2 Environmental heterogeneity influences liana community differentiation across a Neotropical rainforest landscape. literature abstract metadata
- T2 A comprehensive review on recent advances in the use of ethnomedicinal plants and their metabolites in snake bite treatment. literature abstract metadata