Ostrich Plume
Astilbe thunbergii
Astilbe thunbergii is a plant traditionally not associated with any specific medicinal practices. Scientific evidence suggests that its components may have various beneficial effects, including alleviating motor function impairment and reducing neuronal loss in mice models of Parkinson's disease. Additionally, extracts from the root can reduce postprandial blood glucose levels in type 2 diabetes rats through inhibition of pancreatic alpha-amylase. The rhizomes of Astilbe thunbergii have also shown promise in promoting burn wound healing by enhancing the expression of VEGF, TGF-beta1, and HIF-1alpha in keratinocytes. Ethanol extracts from the plant contain compounds such as eucryphin, bergenin, and astilbin, which contribute to these effects. To date, no major safety concerns or known drug interactions have been recorded for Astilbe thunbergii.
- 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
- AST treatment alleviated motor function impairment and reduced neuronal loss and glial activation in MPTP-induced Parkinson's disease mice.
- Astilbe thunbergii root extract reduces postprandial blood glucose in type 2 diabetes rats via pancreatic alpha-amylase inhibition.
- Eucryphin, from Astilbe thunbergii rhizomes, enhanced burn wound healing by increasing VEGF, TGF-beta1, and HIF-1alpha expression in keratinocytes.
- The study found that ethanol extracts and fractions from Astilbe thunbergii rhizomes, including compounds eucryphin, bergenin, and astilbin, promoted burn wound healing in mice.
Frequently asked questions
What is Ostrich Plume?
Ostrich Plume (Astilbe thunbergii) 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 Ostrich Plume?
4 sourced findings are recorded for Ostrich Plume; the strongest carries evidence grade D. For example: AST treatment alleviated motor function impairment and reduced neuronal loss and glial activation in MPTP-induced Parkinson's disease mice.
How strong is the evidence for Ostrich Plume?
The strongest finding for Ostrich Plume carries evidence grade D — preliminary or traditional. Grades run A (strongest) to D (preliminary or traditional).
Is Ostrich Plume safe? What are the side effects?
No major safety issues are recorded for Ostrich Plume in our sources, but the data may be incomplete. Consult a qualified professional before use.
Does Ostrich Plume interact with medications?
No drug interactions are recorded for Ostrich Plume in our sources. This does not rule them out — check with a pharmacist.
What are the common names of Ostrich Plume?
Ostrich Plume is also known as: Астильба Тунберга.
Is Ostrich Plume 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 Effects of Astilbe thunbergii rhizomes on wound healing Part 1. Isolation of promotional effectors from Astilbe thunbergii rhizomes on burn wound healing. literature abstract metadata
- T2 Enhancing effects of a chromone glycoside, eucryphin, isolated from Astilbe rhizomes on burn wound repair and its mechanism. literature abstract metadata
- T2 Astilbe thunbergii reduces postprandial hyperglycemia in a type 2 diabetes rat model via pancreatic alpha-amylase inhibition by highly condensed procyanidins. literature abstract metadata
- T2 Neuroprotective effects of Astilbin on MPTP-induced Parkinson's disease mice: Glial reaction, α-synuclein expression and oxidative stress. literature abstract metadata