Cerbera
Cerbera
Cerbera is a genus of plants, traditionally not associated with any specific medicinal uses. The plant's traditional medicine use remains undocumented. Scientific evidence indicates that Cerbera odollam contains neriifolin, a cardiac glycoside, which was detected in the serum of a patient who survived severe arrhythmia and electrolyte disturbances following ingestion. Ethyl acetate and 96% ethanol extracts from Cerbera manghas seeds demonstrated varying levels of toxicity against Aedes aegypti mosquitoes. Additionally, two mathematical models were developed to predict polyhydroxyalkanoate production from Cerbera odollam oil by Pseudomonas resinovorans. No significant safety concerns or recorded drug interactions have been noted 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
- Neriifolin, a cardiac glycoside, was detected in the patient's serum at a concentration of 12.8 ng/mL following consumption of coconut crab.
- The patient survived Cerbera odollam ingestion with severe arrhythmia and electrolyte disturbances.
- Ethyl acetate and 96% ethanol extracts from Cerbera manghas seeds showed varying toxicity against Aedes aegypti mosquitoes.
- Two mathematical models were developed to predict polyhydroxyalkanoate production from Cerbera odollam oil by Pseudomonas resinovorans.
Frequently asked questions
What is Cerbera?
Cerbera (Cerbera) 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 Cerbera?
4 sourced findings are recorded for Cerbera; the strongest carries evidence grade D. For example: Neriifolin, a cardiac glycoside, was detected in the patient's serum at a concentration of 12.8 ng/mL following consumption of coconut crab.
How strong is the evidence for Cerbera?
The strongest finding for Cerbera carries evidence grade D — preliminary or traditional. Grades run A (strongest) to D (preliminary or traditional).
Is Cerbera safe? What are the side effects?
No major safety issues are recorded for Cerbera in our sources, but the data may be incomplete. Consult a qualified professional before use.
Does Cerbera interact with medications?
No drug interactions are recorded for Cerbera in our sources. This does not rule them out — check with a pharmacist.
What are the common names of Cerbera?
Cerbera is also known as: Цербера.
Is Cerbera 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 Modeling of fermentative polyhydroxyalkanoate production from Cerbera odollam oil using Monod-based and multi-scale kinetic models. literature abstract metadata
- T2 Potential of ethyl acetate and ethanol extracts of Bintaro (Cerbera manghas L.) seeds as bioinsecticides against Aedes aegypti (Diptera: Culicidae). literature abstract metadata
- T2 Attempted Suicide by Cerbera odollam Ingestion in Switzerland: A Case Report. literature abstract metadata
- T2 First case in Japan of neriifolin detection in a patient with coconut crab (Birgus latro) poisoning. literature abstract metadata