Chinese dodder
Cuscuta chinensis
Cuscuta chinensis, a traditional plant, is primarily associated with East Asian medicine. While its specific uses within traditional practices are not extensively documented, it has shown promise in scientific research. Studies indicate that Cuscuta chinensis extract may help alleviate bone loss due to ovariectomy-induced osteoporosis by enhancing osteogenic differentiation and stabilizing METTL3 protein. Additionally, it demonstrated potential benefits for brain health by increasing cell viability and reducing apoptosis and ROS production in Aβ1-42-treated HT22 cells. In aged laying hens, dietary supplementation with Cuscuta chinensis improved ovarian function and production performance through modulation of steroid hormone biosynthesis and gut microbiota. Furthermore, processing Tripterygium wilfordii with Cuscuta chinensis juice reduced toxicity while enhancing its anti-rheumatic efficacy in mice. No major safety concerns or recorded drug interactions have been identified to date.
- 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
- Cuscuta chinensis Lam. extract alleviated bone loss in ovariectomy-induced osteoporosis by enhancing osteogenic differentiation and stabilizing METTL3 protein.
- Cuscuta chinensis Lam. increased cell viability, reduced apoptosis and ROS production, and modulated antioxidant and apoptosis-related proteins in Aβ1-42-treated HT22 cells.
- Dietary supplementation with Cuscuta chinensis improved ovarian function and production performance in aged laying hens by modulating steroid hormone biosynthesis and gut microbiota.
- Processing Tripterygium wilfordii with Cuscuta chinensis juice reduced toxicity and enhanced anti-rheumatic efficacy in mice.
- This study identified 14 differential chemical markers among five processed forms of Cuscuta chinensis using advanced analytical techniques.
Frequently asked questions
What is Chinese dodder?
Chinese dodder (Cuscuta chinensis) 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 Chinese dodder?
5 sourced findings are recorded for Chinese dodder; the strongest carries evidence grade D. For example: Cuscuta chinensis Lam. extract alleviated bone loss in ovariectomy-induced osteoporosis by enhancing osteogenic differentiation and stabilizing METTL3 protein.
How strong is the evidence for Chinese dodder?
The strongest finding for Chinese dodder carries evidence grade D — preliminary or traditional. Grades run A (strongest) to D (preliminary or traditional).
Is Chinese dodder safe? What are the side effects?
No major safety issues are recorded for Chinese dodder in our sources, but the data may be incomplete. Consult a qualified professional before use.
Does Chinese dodder interact with medications?
No drug interactions are recorded for Chinese dodder in our sources. This does not rule them out — check with a pharmacist.
What are the common names of Chinese dodder?
Chinese dodder is also known as: Повилика китайская.
Is Chinese dodder 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 Processing with Cuscuta chinensis Lam. juice mitigates Tripterygium wilfordii Hook.F. toxicity via a multi-mechanistic approach and enhances its anti-rheumatic efficacy. literature abstract metadata
- T2 Dietary supplementation with Cuscuta chinensis improves ovarian function and production performance in aged laying hens via modulation of steroid hormone biosynthesis and gut microbiota. literature abstract metadata
- T2 [Protective effect of Cuscuta chinensis Lam. against Aβ1-42-induced oxidative injury in HT22 cells and its mechanism]. literature abstract metadata
- T2 Cuscuta chinensis Lam. extract alleviates ovariectomy-induced osteoporosis by inhibiting VCP-mediated METTL3 protein degradation. literature abstract metadata
- T2 Analysis of the differential components of five processed products of Cuscuta chinensis based on HPLC-Q Exactive Orbitrap/MS and chemometrics. literature abstract metadata