White-berried Malayan Lilac
Callicarpa longifolia
Callicarpa longifolia, a plant traditionally used in certain Asian medicinal practices for treating diarrheas, has been studied primarily through the sequencing of its chloroplast genome. The complete chloroplast genome of Callicarpa dichotoma was first assembled and annotated, while three new sesquiterpene derivatives were isolated from C. longifolia; one showed moderate inhibitory effects on nitric oxide (NO) generation. However, the scientific evidence is currently limited in terms of direct therapeutic applications for diarrheas or other conditions. No major safety issues have been recorded, and there are no known drug interactions associated with this plant.
- Traditionally for
- diarrheas
- 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
- diarrheas
What the science says
- The study assembled and annotated the complete chloroplast genome of Callicarpa dichotoma for the first time.
- Three new sesquiterpene derivatives were identified from Callicarpa longifolia, and one showed moderate inhibitory effect on NO generation in cells.
- The complete chloroplast genome of Callicarpa longifolia Lamk. var. floccosa is 154,285 bp in length and contains a typical circular quadripartite structure with 112 distinct genes.
- Callicarpa minutiflora Y. Y. Qian is found to be identical to Callicarpa longifolia Lamarck and is thus considered a synonym.
Frequently asked questions
What is White-berried Malayan Lilac?
White-berried Malayan Lilac (Callicarpa longifolia) is a plant documented in FolkKB's traditional-medicine reference, drawn from sourced literature and cross-checked against the evidence.
What is White-berried Malayan Lilac traditionally used for?
Traditional sources record White-berried Malayan Lilac for: diarrheas. This reflects traditional use, not a proven medical treatment.
Which traditions use White-berried Malayan Lilac?
White-berried Malayan Lilac appears in these traditions in our sources: traditional.
What does the scientific evidence say about White-berried Malayan Lilac?
4 sourced findings are recorded for White-berried Malayan Lilac; the strongest carries evidence grade D. For example: The study assembled and annotated the complete chloroplast genome of Callicarpa dichotoma for the first time.
How strong is the evidence for White-berried Malayan Lilac?
The strongest finding for White-berried Malayan Lilac carries evidence grade D — preliminary or traditional. Grades run A (strongest) to D (preliminary or traditional).
Is White-berried Malayan Lilac safe? What are the side effects?
No major safety issues are recorded for White-berried Malayan Lilac in our sources, but the data may be incomplete. Consult a qualified professional before use.
Does White-berried Malayan Lilac interact with medications?
No drug interactions are recorded for White-berried Malayan Lilac in our sources. This does not rule them out — check with a pharmacist.
Is White-berried Malayan Lilac 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 The identity of Callicarpa minutiflora Y. Y. Qian (Lamiaceae) and taxonomic synonym of C. longifolia Lamarck. literature abstract metadata
- T2 The complete chloroplast genome of Callicarpa longifolia Lamk. var. floccosa Schauer (Lamiaceae). literature abstract metadata
- T2 The complete chloroplast genome of Callicarpa dichotoma (Lour.) K.Koch (Lamiaceae). literature abstract metadata
- T2 Sesquiterpene derivatives from Callicarpa longifolia Lam. literature abstract metadata
- T3 Callicarpa longifolia CC BY-SA 4.0