Cycas revoluta
Cycas revoluta
Cycas revoluta is a cycad species utilized within various traditional medicinal practices. It has been historically applied as an expectorant, for managing bleeding, for fattening, and in the treatment of hepatoma. Scientific evidence regarding its medicinal efficacy is limited and varied; while some studies suggest that seed extract-derived zinc oxide nanoparticles may possess antimicrobial and antioxidant properties, other research focuses on its role in plant growth enhancement or evolutionary biology. No major safety issues or notable drug interactions have been recorded in the available data.
- Traditionally for
- expectorant · bleeding
- Traditions
- TCM · traditional
- Best evidence
- D
- Cautions
- —
Informational only. Traditional use does not mean proven effectiveness. Evidence and safety vary — check the cited sources.
Traditional use
- expectorant
- bleeding
- fattening
- hepatoma
What the science says
- The study found that inoculation with Desmonostoc sp.-derived biostimulants enhanced tomato drought tolerance, though results varied by strain and form.
- Cycas revoluta represents an evolutionary intermediate state between zooidogamy and siphonogamy in male reproductive cells.
- Two bacterial strains, Pantoea sp. LMR-C62 and Bacillus sp. LMR-C11, from Cycas revoluta showed potential for enhancing tomato growth under salt stress conditions.
- Cycas revoluta seed extract biosynthesized zinc oxide nanoparticles demonstrated significant wound healing, antimicrobial, antioxidant, and cytotoxic effects.
Frequently asked questions
What is Cycas revoluta?
Cycas revoluta (Cycas revoluta) is a plant documented in FolkKB's traditional-medicine reference, drawn from sourced literature and cross-checked against the evidence.
What is Cycas revoluta traditionally used for?
Traditional sources record Cycas revoluta for: expectorant, bleeding, fattening, hepatoma. This reflects traditional use, not a proven medical treatment.
Which traditions use Cycas revoluta?
Cycas revoluta appears in these traditions in our sources: TCM, traditional.
What does the scientific evidence say about Cycas revoluta?
4 sourced findings are recorded for Cycas revoluta; the strongest carries evidence grade D. For example: The study found that inoculation with Desmonostoc sp.-derived biostimulants enhanced tomato drought tolerance, though results varied by strain and form.
How strong is the evidence for Cycas revoluta?
The strongest finding for Cycas revoluta carries evidence grade D — preliminary or traditional. Grades run A (strongest) to D (preliminary or traditional).
Is Cycas revoluta safe? What are the side effects?
No major safety issues are recorded for Cycas revoluta in our sources, but the data may be incomplete. Consult a qualified professional before use.
Does Cycas revoluta interact with medications?
No drug interactions are recorded for Cycas revoluta in our sources. This does not rule them out — check with a pharmacist.
What are the common names of Cycas revoluta?
Cycas revoluta is also known as: Саговник поникающий, Cycas du Japon.
Is Cycas revoluta 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
- T3 Dr. Duke's Ethnobotanical Database public domain (USDA ARS — attribute Dr. Duke's)
- T2 Biosynthesized zinc oxide nanoparticles from Cycas revoluta seed extract demonstrate significant wound healing, antimicrobial, antioxidant, and cytotoxic potential. literature abstract metadata
- T2 Intermediate evolutionary state of motile sperm and pollen tubes in the extant gymnosperm Cycas revoluta. literature abstract metadata
- T2 Cyanobacterial biostimulants boost tomato (Solanum lycopersicum L.) Growth and drought tolerance for climate-resilient cropping systems. literature abstract metadata
- T2 Bioprospecting Cycas revoluta-associated bacterial endophytes for tomato (Solanum lycopersicum L.) growth promotion under salt stress. literature abstract metadata