Sage glorybower
Clerodendrum phlomidis
Clerodendrum phlomidis is a flowering plant utilized within various traditional medicine systems. It is traditionally employed as an alterative, astringent, and demulcent, specifically for conditions such as gonorrhea. Preliminary scientific studies suggest the plant may possess antibacterial, antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and anticancer properties, though much of this research is based on nanoparticle or nanofiber applications and animal models. Research involving rats has indicated potential for reducing inflammatory and fibrotic markers. No major safety issues or notable drug interactions have been recorded in the available data.
- Traditionally for
- alterative · astringent
- 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
- alterative
- astringent
- demulcent
- gonorrhea
What the science says
- Clerodendrum phlomidis-derived aluminum oxide nanoparticles showed antibacterial, antioxidant, and anti-inflammatory activities.
- The study found that Clerodendrum phlomidis extract-infused polycaprolactone nanofibers showed significant antibacterial, anticancer, and antioxidant activities.
- The study found that PCL-GEL-Lup nanofibers showed anticancer potential with sustained lupeol release, though results are preliminary.
- Clerodendrum phlomidis extract reduced inflammatory and fibrotic markers and improved antioxidant enzyme levels in rats with bleomycin-induced pulmonary fibrosis.
Frequently asked questions
What is Sage glorybower?
Sage glorybower (Clerodendrum phlomidis) is a plant documented in FolkKB's traditional-medicine reference, drawn from sourced literature and cross-checked against the evidence.
What is Sage glorybower traditionally used for?
Traditional sources record Sage glorybower for: alterative, astringent, demulcent, gonorrhea. This reflects traditional use, not a proven medical treatment.
Which traditions use Sage glorybower?
Sage glorybower appears in these traditions in our sources: traditional.
What does the scientific evidence say about Sage glorybower?
4 sourced findings are recorded for Sage glorybower; the strongest carries evidence grade D. For example: Clerodendrum phlomidis-derived aluminum oxide nanoparticles showed antibacterial, antioxidant, and anti-inflammatory activities.
How strong is the evidence for Sage glorybower?
The strongest finding for Sage glorybower carries evidence grade D — preliminary or traditional. Grades run A (strongest) to D (preliminary or traditional).
Is Sage glorybower safe? What are the side effects?
No major safety issues are recorded for Sage glorybower in our sources, but the data may be incomplete. Consult a qualified professional before use.
Does Sage glorybower interact with medications?
No drug interactions are recorded for Sage glorybower in our sources. This does not rule them out — check with a pharmacist.
Is Sage glorybower 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
- T3 Dr. Duke's Ethnobotanical Database public domain (USDA ARS — attribute Dr. Duke's)
- T2 Anticancer efficacy of lupeol incorporated electrospun Polycaprolactone/gelatin nanocomposite nanofibrous mats. literature abstract metadata
- T2 An Investigation of Electrospun Clerodendrum phlomidis Leaves Extract Infused Polycaprolactone Nanofiber for In Vitro Biological Application. literature abstract metadata
- T2 Green Synthesis of Aluminum Oxide Nanoparticles Using Clerodendrum phlomidis and Their Antibacterial, Anti-inflammatory, and Antioxidant Activities. literature abstract metadata
- T2 Effect of ethyl acetate extract of the whole plant Clerodendrum phlomidis on improving bleomycin (BLM)-induced idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis (IPF) in Rats: In vitro and in vivo research. literature abstract metadata