Cycas revoluta
Cycas revoluta
Cycas revoluta, commonly known as sago palm or king sago, is a traditional plant in East Asian cultures. While it has not been traditionally used for medicinal purposes, recent scientific studies have shown promise. For example, bacterial strains from Cycas revoluta demonstrated potential to enhance tomato growth under salt stress conditions, and seed extracts biosynthesized zinc oxide nanoparticles showed significant wound healing, antimicrobial, antioxidant, and cytotoxic effects. However, the evidence is currently limited and more research is needed to confirm these findings. No major safety issues or drug interactions have been recorded for Cycas revoluta, but further investigation is warranted given its potential applications.
- 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 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 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
- 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