Buttercup Tree
Cochlospermum vitifolium
Cochlospermum vitifolium is a plant traditionally found in South Asia and Africa. While its use in traditional medicine has not been extensively documented, studies have shown that leaf extracts possess significant antioxidant properties and antifungal activity against Candida albicans. Additionally, tetrahydrofuran extracts from the heartwood of Cochlospermum vitifolium were observed to reduce blood glucose levels in mice over a six-week period, though their effects were less pronounced compared to other evaluated plants. The wood traits of Cochlospermum vitifolium vary among species, with some exhibiting high water transport capacity but being sensitive to drought conditions. Safety data for Cochlospermum vitifolium is currently limited, and no major safety issues have been recorded. There are also no known drug interactions associated with 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 leaf extract of Cochlospermum vitifolium showed higher antioxidant capacity and antifungal activity against Candida albicans.
- The study found that tetrahydrofuran extracts from Cochlospermum vitifolium heartwood, but not bark, significantly reduced blood glucose levels in mice over a six-week period.
- Cochlospermum vitifolium extract showed solvent-dependent cytotoxic and antiproliferative effects in cancer cell lines compared to non-cancerous cells.
- Differences in wood anatomical traits among six tree species, representing the economic spectrum of tropical dry forests, showed variation primarily among species rather than between rainfall regimes.
Frequently asked questions
What is Buttercup Tree?
Buttercup Tree (Cochlospermum vitifolium) 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 Buttercup Tree?
4 sourced findings are recorded for Buttercup Tree; the strongest carries evidence grade D. For example: The leaf extract of Cochlospermum vitifolium showed higher antioxidant capacity and antifungal activity against Candida albicans.
How strong is the evidence for Buttercup Tree?
The strongest finding for Buttercup Tree carries evidence grade D — preliminary or traditional. Grades run A (strongest) to D (preliminary or traditional).
Is Buttercup Tree safe? What are the side effects?
No major safety issues are recorded for Buttercup Tree in our sources, but the data may be incomplete. Consult a qualified professional before use.
Does Buttercup Tree interact with medications?
No drug interactions are recorded for Buttercup Tree in our sources. This does not rule them out — check with a pharmacist.
Is Buttercup Tree 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 Tree species differ in plant economic spectrum traits in the tropical dry forest of Mexico. literature abstract metadata
- T2 Chronic administration of tetrahydrofuran extracts of Cochlospermum vitifolium (Wild) Sprengel in a mouse diabetes model: Hypoglycemic, antioxidant, and genoprotective effects. literature abstract metadata
- T2 Selective Cytotoxic and Antiproliferative Effects of Extracts from Four Mexican Medicinal Plants in Human Cancer and Non-Cancerous Cell Lines. literature abstract metadata
- T2 Investigating the Chemical, Antifungal, and Cytotoxic Properties of Cochlospermum vitifolium Leaves and Stem Bark Extracts. literature abstract metadata