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Calea ternifolia

Calea ternifolia

Calea ternifolia is a plant rooted in various traditional medicinal practices. It is historically utilized to address ailments such as dysentery, fever, diarrhea, asthma, and stomachaches. Scientific evidence regarding its effects is limited and varied. While some studies suggest potential for inducing lucid dreams, more research is required due to complex neurotransmitter involvement. In vitro studies indicate the aqueous extract may inhibit CYP3A4 and induce eryptosis, while certain compounds have shown the ability to control postprandial glucose levels in mice. No major safety issues or notable drug interactions are currently recorded in the available data.

At a glance
Traditionally for
dysentery · fever
Traditions
Western phytotherapy · traditional
Best evidence
D
Cautions
—

Informational only. Traditional use does not mean proven effectiveness. Evidence and safety vary — check the cited sources.

Traditional use

What the science says

  • The aqueous extract of Calea ternifolia showed moderate toxicity in vivo and induced eryptosis and inhibited CYP3A4 in vitro. D PMID
  • Major compounds from Calea ternifolia controlled postprandial glucose levels in mice, comparable to acarbose. D PMID
  • The hexane fraction of Calea phyllolepis leaves showed toxicity in nematodes and mutagenicity under specific conditions. D PMID
  • The study found that while some natural plants like Calea ternifolia show potential for inducing lucid dreams, more research is needed due to complex neurotransmitter systems involved. D PMID

Frequently asked questions

What is Calea ternifolia?

Calea ternifolia (Calea ternifolia) is a plant documented in FolkKB's traditional-medicine reference, drawn from sourced literature and cross-checked against the evidence.

What is Calea ternifolia traditionally used for?

Traditional sources record Calea ternifolia for: dysentery, fever, diarrhea, asthma, stomachache. This reflects traditional use, not a proven medical treatment.

Which traditions use Calea ternifolia?

Calea ternifolia appears in these traditions in our sources: Western phytotherapy, traditional.

What does the scientific evidence say about Calea ternifolia?

4 sourced findings are recorded for Calea ternifolia; the strongest carries evidence grade D. For example: The aqueous extract of Calea ternifolia showed moderate toxicity in vivo and induced eryptosis and inhibited CYP3A4 in vitro.

How strong is the evidence for Calea ternifolia?

The strongest finding for Calea ternifolia carries evidence grade D — preliminary or traditional. Grades run A (strongest) to D (preliminary or traditional).

Is Calea ternifolia safe? What are the side effects?

No major safety issues are recorded for Calea ternifolia in our sources, but the data may be incomplete. Consult a qualified professional before use.

Does Calea ternifolia interact with medications?

No drug interactions are recorded for Calea ternifolia in our sources. This does not rule them out — check with a pharmacist.

What are the common names of Calea ternifolia?

Calea ternifolia is also known as: Калея закатечичи.

Is Calea ternifolia 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

  1. T2 Anti-Hyperglycemic Activity of Major Compounds from Calea ternifolia. literature abstract metadata
  2. T2 Safety of Aqueous Extract of Calea ternifolia Used in Mexican Traditional Medicine. literature abstract metadata
  3. T2 Neuropsychopharmacological Induction of (Lucid) Dreams: A Narrative Review. literature abstract metadata
  4. T2 Toxic Evaluations of Calea phyllolepis Extracts Standardized on 6-epi-β-Verbesinol Coumarate and Its In Silico Prediction of the Toxicity. literature abstract metadata
  5. T3 Calea ternifolia CC BY-SA 4.0