Asian spiderflower
Cleome viscosa
Cleome viscosa is a plant traditionally found on inselbergs (isolated hills or rocky outcrops) in Burkina Faso, where it serves as an indicator species for certain plant communities. While its use in traditional medicine has not been documented, scientific studies have shown that the plant contains a thermally stable serine protease inhibitor from its seeds, which exhibits noncompetitive inhibition and stability up to 90 °C. Additionally, lupeol acetate isolated from Cleome viscosa has demonstrated potential as a cardioprotective agent for myocardial infarction based on its pharmacological properties and molecular interactions. No significant safety concerns or known drug interactions have been recorded 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 records Bagrada hilaris feeding on Cleome viscosa, among other plant associations.
- A thermally stable serine protease inhibitor was isolated from Cleome viscosa seeds, exhibiting noncompetitive inhibition and stability up to 90 °C.
- Lupeol acetate from Cleome viscosa showed potential as a cardioprotective candidate for myocardial infarction based on its pharmacological properties and molecular interactions.
- The study identified 12 plant communities on inselbergs in Burkina Faso, including Cleome viscosa as an indicator species in some communities.
Frequently asked questions
What is Asian spiderflower?
Asian spiderflower (Cleome viscosa) 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 Asian spiderflower?
4 sourced findings are recorded for Asian spiderflower; the strongest carries evidence grade D. For example: The study records Bagrada hilaris feeding on Cleome viscosa, among other plant associations.
How strong is the evidence for Asian spiderflower?
The strongest finding for Asian spiderflower carries evidence grade D — preliminary or traditional. Grades run A (strongest) to D (preliminary or traditional).
Is Asian spiderflower safe? What are the side effects?
No major safety issues are recorded for Asian spiderflower in our sources, but the data may be incomplete. Consult a qualified professional before use.
Does Asian spiderflower interact with medications?
No drug interactions are recorded for Asian spiderflower in our sources. This does not rule them out — check with a pharmacist.
Is Asian spiderflower 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 Plant communities on inselbergs in Burkina Faso. literature abstract metadata
- T2 New records, diagnostics and preliminary checklist of the superfamily Pentatomoidea (Hemiptera: Heteroptera) from the Comoro Islands. literature abstract metadata
- T2 Lupeol acetate from Cleome viscosa as a therapeutic candidate for myocardial infarction. literature abstract metadata
- T2 Biophysical and Functional Characterization of a Thermally Stable Bifunctional Serine Protease Inhibitor from Cleome viscosa Seeds. literature abstract metadata