Aster tataricus
Aster tataricus
Aster tataricus is a perennial herb utilized within various traditional medicinal practices. It is traditionally employed to address lung complaints, including cough, pertussis, shortwindedness, and hemoptysis, as well as for its roles as an expectorant, sedative, and treatment for dysuria, hematuria, and hemorrhage. Scientific studies have focused on its chemical composition, noting that its decoctions show consistent fingerprint patterns. Research also indicates that certain astin-type peptides found in the plant are produced by the endophytic fungus Cyanodermella asteris. There are no major safety issues or notable drug interactions recorded in the available data.
- Traditionally for
- cough · expectorant
- Traditions
- TCM · Japanese (Kampo)
- Best evidence
- D
- Cautions
- —
Informational only. Traditional use does not mean proven effectiveness. Evidence and safety vary — check the cited sources.
Traditional use
- cough
- expectorant
- hemoptysis
- bleeding
- dysuria
- hematuria
- hemorrhage
- lung complaints
- pertussis
- sedative
- shortwindedness
What the science says
- The study identified jasmonic acid production by the endophytic fungus Cyanodermella asteris, which can complement plant jasmonate biosynthesis mutants.
- Aster tataricus, Cyanodermella asteris, and Talaromyces islandicus produce structurally related astin-type peptides, with C. asteris identified as their sole producer.
- Aster tataricus shows nonhomogeneous astin distribution, with some astins produced by an endophytic fungus, Cyanodermella asteris.
- The study found that Aster tataricus L. f. decoction and its formula granule had similar chemical compositions as indicated by fingerprint similarity and pattern recognition methods.
Frequently asked questions
What is Aster tataricus?
Aster tataricus (Aster tataricus) is a plant documented in FolkKB's traditional-medicine reference, drawn from sourced literature and cross-checked against the evidence.
What is Aster tataricus traditionally used for?
Traditional sources record Aster tataricus for: cough, expectorant, hemoptysis, bleeding, dysuria, hematuria. This reflects traditional use, not a proven medical treatment.
Which traditions use Aster tataricus?
Aster tataricus appears in these traditions in our sources: TCM, Japanese (Kampo).
What does the scientific evidence say about Aster tataricus?
4 sourced findings are recorded for Aster tataricus; the strongest carries evidence grade D. For example: The study identified jasmonic acid production by the endophytic fungus Cyanodermella asteris, which can complement plant jasmonate biosynthesis mutants.
How strong is the evidence for Aster tataricus?
The strongest finding for Aster tataricus carries evidence grade D — preliminary or traditional. Grades run A (strongest) to D (preliminary or traditional).
Is Aster tataricus safe? What are the side effects?
No major safety issues are recorded for Aster tataricus in our sources, but the data may be incomplete. Consult a qualified professional before use.
Does Aster tataricus interact with medications?
No drug interactions are recorded for Aster tataricus in our sources. This does not rule them out — check with a pharmacist.
Is Aster tataricus 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 High-Performance Liquid Chromatography Fingerprint Combined with Chemical Pattern Recognition Method to Evaluate the Correlations and Differences between Aster tataricus L.f. Decoction and its Formula Granule. literature abstract metadata
- T2 Spatial Distribution of Astins in Aster tataricus and Their Production by Cyanodermella asteris. literature abstract metadata
- T2 Unveiling the Chemical Space of Astin-Type Peptides in Aster Tataricus, Cyanodermella Asteris, and Talaromyces Islandicus. literature abstract metadata
- T2 The plant endophytic fungus Cyanodermella asteris produces the phytohormone jasmonic acid. literature abstract metadata