Buttercup Tree
Cochlospermum vitifolium
Cochlospermum vitifolium is a plant traditionally found in tropical regions of India and Africa. While there are no specific traditional uses recorded for this plant, it has shown promise in scientific research. Studies have indicated that leaf extracts exhibit higher antioxidant capacity and antifungal activity against Candida albicans. Additionally, tetrahydrofuran extracts from the heartwood of Cochlospermum vitifolium were found to significantly reduce blood glucose levels in mice over a six-week period, suggesting potential benefits for diabetes management. The extract also demonstrated solvent-dependent cytotoxic and antiproliferative effects in cancer cell lines compared to non-cancerous cells, though these findings are preliminary. Anatomical trait variations among different tree species of Cochlospermum vitifolium were observed but did not significantly differ based on rainfall regimes. No major safety issues or recorded drug interactions have been identified for this plant, although further research is needed to fully understand its potential applications and effects.
- 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