Pink Mempat
Cratoxylum formosum
Cratoxylum formosum, a plant native to tropical and subtropical regions of Asia, has not been extensively documented in traditional medicine. Scientific evidence suggests that its essential oil demonstrates significant antimicrobial activity and strong larvicidal effects against mosquitoes. Additionally, leaf extracts exhibit concentration-dependent reduction in Aβ-induced neurotoxicity in SH-SY5Y cells, indicating potential neuroprotective properties. Cratoxylum formosum ssp. pruniflorum has been shown to induce apoptosis and pyroptosis in gastric cancer cells through elevated reactive oxygen species (ROS) and cell cycle arrest. The 80% ethanol extract of Microcos tomentosa also shows consistent inhibition across all three intestinal disaccharidases at 250 µg/mL, suggesting potential benefits for digestive health. No major safety concerns or known drug interactions have been recorded for Cratoxylum formosum.
- Best evidence
- D
- Cautions
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Informational only. Traditional use does not mean proven effectiveness. Evidence and safety vary — check the cited sources.
What the science says
- The 80% ethanol extract of Microcos tomentosa showed consistent inhibition of maltase, sucrase, and trehalase activities.
- The essential oil from Cratoxylum formosum exhibited notable antimicrobial activity and strong larvicidal effects against mosquitoes.
- Cratoxylum formosum leaf extract showed concentration-dependent reduction in Aβ-induced neurotoxicity in SH-SY5Y cells.
- Cratoxylum formosum ssp. pruniflorum induces gastric cancer cell apoptosis and pyroptosis through elevated ROS and cell cycle arrest.
Frequently asked questions
What is Pink Mempat?
Pink Mempat (Cratoxylum formosum) 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 Pink Mempat?
4 sourced findings are recorded for Pink Mempat; the strongest carries evidence grade D. For example: The 80% ethanol extract of Microcos tomentosa showed consistent inhibition of maltase, sucrase, and trehalase activities.
How strong is the evidence for Pink Mempat?
The strongest finding for Pink Mempat carries evidence grade D — preliminary or traditional. Grades run A (strongest) to D (preliminary or traditional).
Is Pink Mempat safe? What are the side effects?
No major safety issues are recorded for Pink Mempat in our sources, but the data may be incomplete. Consult a qualified professional before use.
Does Pink Mempat interact with medications?
No drug interactions are recorded for Pink Mempat in our sources. This does not rule them out — check with a pharmacist.
Is Pink Mempat 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 Cratoxylum formosum ssp. pruniflorum induces gastric cancer cell apoptosis and pyroptosis through the elevation of ROS and cell cycle arrest. literature abstract metadata
- T2 Neuroprotective effects of Cratoxylum formosum (L.) leaf extract on β-amyloid-induced injury in human neuroblastoma SH-SY5Y cells. literature abstract metadata
- T2 First Report on the Chemical Profile and Biological Effects of the Essential Oil From Cratoxylum formosum (Jack) Benth. & Hook.f. ex Dyer Collected in Vietnam. literature abstract metadata
- T2 Disaccharidase Inhibitory Activity of Thai Plant Extracts. literature abstract metadata