Beddome’s Cycas
Cycas beddomei
Cycas beddomei is a cycad species native to India, particularly found in the Tirumala hills. While traditional uses for this plant are not documented, it has been included in a database named DEPTH that compiles information on endemic plants from the region and their potential medicinal properties. Scientific studies have isolated new compounds, including a biflavonoid and two previously unreported substances, from its cones, and identified 146 medicinal species used by Malayali tribes to enhance general human health. The stem of Cycas beddomei contains a new biflavanone, 7,7"-di-O-methyltetrahydrohinokiflavone, along with tetrahydrohinokiflavone. As of now, no significant safety concerns or drug interactions have been recorded for 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 study created a database named DEPTH containing information on Cycas beddomei and other endemic plants from Tirumala hills in India, including their medicinal properties.
- The study isolated a new biflavonoid and two previously unreported compounds from Cycas beddomei cones.
- The study identified 146 medicinal plant species from 52 families used by Malayali tribes to treat 79 diseases, with a focus on enhancing general human health.
- A new biflavanone, 7,7"-di-O-methyltetrahydrohinokiflavone, was identified along with tetrahydrohinokiflavone in Cycas beddomei stems.
- Both Cycas circinalis and Cycas beddomei are found to be C3 plants based on their photosynthetic enzyme activities and responses to light and temperature.
Frequently asked questions
What is Beddome’s Cycas?
Beddome’s Cycas (Cycas beddomei) 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 Beddome’s Cycas?
5 sourced findings are recorded for Beddome’s Cycas; the strongest carries evidence grade D. For example: The study created a database named DEPTH containing information on Cycas beddomei and other endemic plants from Tirumala hills in India, including their medicinal properties.
How strong is the evidence for Beddome’s Cycas?
The strongest finding for Beddome’s Cycas carries evidence grade D — preliminary or traditional. Grades run A (strongest) to D (preliminary or traditional).
Is Beddome’s Cycas safe? What are the side effects?
No major safety issues are recorded for Beddome’s Cycas in our sources, but the data may be incomplete. Consult a qualified professional before use.
Does Beddome’s Cycas interact with medications?
No drug interactions are recorded for Beddome’s Cycas in our sources. This does not rule them out — check with a pharmacist.
Is Beddome’s Cycas 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 A biflavanone from Cycas beddomei. literature abstract metadata
- T2 Biflavonoids from Cycas beddomei. literature abstract metadata
- T2 A database on endemic plants at Tirumala hills in India. literature abstract metadata
- T2 Photorespiration studies in Cycas circinalis L. and Cycas beddomei Dyer. literature abstract metadata
- T2 A multivariate and quantitative assessment of medicinal plants used by the indigenous Malayali tribes in the Javadhu hills of Tiruvannamalai district, Tamil Nadu, India. literature abstract metadata