Brassica oleracea var. capitata
Brassica oleracea var. capitata
Brassica oleracea var. capitata, commonly known as cabbage, is a traditional food crop with origins in Europe and Asia. While it has been used in various culinary traditions for centuries, no specific traditional medicinal uses have been recorded. Scientific studies focusing on the plant's genetic modification through gene editing techniques have shown promising results, optimizing conditions for microspore culture to achieve high embryogenesis rates and shoot regeneration. Additionally, certain strains of Hyalorbilia spp. demonstrated potential against soybean cyst nematodes, with varying degrees of egg parasitism observed. Endophytic fungal isolates from cabbage and Allium ampeloprasum showed promise in degrading polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons, though results were not uniform across all samples. No major safety concerns or known drug interactions have been reported 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 successfully generated gene-edited cabbage plants through PUB13 gene mutagenesis using a transgenic root regeneration approach.
- Three strains of Hyalorbilia spp. reduced soybean cyst nematode populations by 73-87%, with varying egg parasitism rates.
- This study optimizes microspore culture conditions for cabbage, achieving high embryogenesis rates and shoot regeneration, with 50% of regenerated plants being spontaneous doubled haploids.
- Endophytic fungal isolates from Brassica oleracea var. capitata showed variable abilities to degrade polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons, with some achieving up to 75% degradation.
Frequently asked questions
What is Brassica oleracea var. capitata?
Brassica oleracea var. capitata (Brassica oleracea var. capitata) 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 Brassica oleracea var. capitata?
4 sourced findings are recorded for Brassica oleracea var. capitata; the strongest carries evidence grade D. For example: The study successfully generated gene-edited cabbage plants through PUB13 gene mutagenesis using a transgenic root regeneration approach.
How strong is the evidence for Brassica oleracea var. capitata?
The strongest finding for Brassica oleracea var. capitata carries evidence grade D — preliminary or traditional. Grades run A (strongest) to D (preliminary or traditional).
Is Brassica oleracea var. capitata safe? What are the side effects?
No major safety issues are recorded for Brassica oleracea var. capitata in our sources, but the data may be incomplete. Consult a qualified professional before use.
Does Brassica oleracea var. capitata interact with medications?
No drug interactions are recorded for Brassica oleracea var. capitata in our sources. This does not rule them out — check with a pharmacist.
What are the common names of Brassica oleracea var. capitata?
Brassica oleracea var. capitata is also known as: капуста белокочанная, chou cabus.
Is Brassica oleracea var. capitata 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 Study on Genetic Transformation System of Cabbage (Brassica oleracea var. capitata) Based on Transgenic Root Regeneration. literature abstract metadata
- T2 Induction and Regeneration of Microspore-Derived Embryos for Doubled Haploid Production in Cabbage (Brassica oleracea var. capitata). literature abstract metadata
- T2 Bioremediation Potential of Leaf Endophytic Fungi in Allium ampeloprasum and Brassica oleracea var. capitata. literature abstract metadata
- T2 Nematophagous Hyalorbilia spp. isolated from Heterodera schachtii in California parasitize Heterodera glycines. literature abstract metadata