Bachelor's Button
Centaurea cyanus
Centaurea cyanus, commonly known as cornflower, originates from traditional medicine practices but has not been extensively documented for specific uses. Scientific studies have primarily focused on genetic and biochemical aspects of the plant rather than its medicinal applications. Research indicates that certain genes like CcVIT1a and CcFers play a role in regulating intracellular iron homeostasis, influencing the blue coloration characteristic of cornflower. Additionally, food matrices affect anthocyanin stability, digestion, and absorption in related species such as wild pansy, cosmos, and cornflower. While some bacterial genera were more abundant in resistant cornflower plants, partitiviruses' presence did not correlate with herbicide resistance status. Electromagnetic radiation exposure was found to vary pollen viability differently among plant species, but Aceto-orcein showed the highest viability across most cases. No major safety issues or drug interactions have been recorded for C. cyanus in existing literature.
- Best evidence
- D
- Cautions
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Informational only. Traditional use does not mean proven effectiveness. Evidence and safety vary — check the cited sources.
What the science says
- The study found that CcVIT1a and CcFers genes collaboratively regulate intracellular iron homeostasis, influencing the blue coloration in cornflower.
- Food matrices significantly affected anthocyanin stability, digestion, and absorption in wild pansy, cosmos, and cornflower.
- Some bacterial genera, such as Rothia, were more abundant in resistant cornflower plants compared to susceptible ones.
- The study found that electromagnetic radiation exposure varied pollen viability differently among plant species, with Aceto-orcein showing the highest viability in most cases.
Frequently asked questions
What is Bachelor's Button?
Bachelor's Button (Centaurea cyanus) 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 Bachelor's Button?
4 sourced findings are recorded for Bachelor's Button; the strongest carries evidence grade D. For example: The study found that CcVIT1a and CcFers genes collaboratively regulate intracellular iron homeostasis, influencing the blue coloration in cornflower.
How strong is the evidence for Bachelor's Button?
The strongest finding for Bachelor's Button carries evidence grade D — preliminary or traditional. Grades run A (strongest) to D (preliminary or traditional).
Is Bachelor's Button safe? What are the side effects?
No major safety issues are recorded for Bachelor's Button in our sources, but the data may be incomplete. Consult a qualified professional before use.
Does Bachelor's Button interact with medications?
No drug interactions are recorded for Bachelor's Button in our sources. This does not rule them out — check with a pharmacist.
What are the common names of Bachelor's Button?
Bachelor's Button is also known as: Василёк синий, bleuet des champs.
Is Bachelor's Button 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 evaluation of effects of electromagnetic radiation on pollen viability in some commonly occurring plant species following different staining methods. literature abstract metadata
- T2 Insights Into Sequences of Viral and Bacterial Origin in the Metatranscriptome of Centaurea cyanus L. Susceptible and Resistant to Acetolactate Synthase (ALS)-Inhibiting Herbicides. literature abstract metadata
- T2 Anthocyanin-rich edible flowers - Impact of food matrix on anthocyanin stability, digestion and absorption: the case of wild pansy, cosmos and cornflower. literature abstract metadata
- T2 Fe3+-Mediated Blue Pigment Formation via Collaborative Regulation of Iron Homeostasis by VIT1 and Ferritin: Insights for Blue Flower Breeding. literature abstract metadata