Angel's Trumpets
Datura
Datura is a plant that has historical significance in various traditional medicine practices, though specific uses are not well-documented. Scientific studies have explored its potential medicinal properties, particularly focusing on Datura stramonium and D. alba. Research indicates that D. stramonium may exhibit neuroprotective activities relevant to Parkinson's disease models, but the evidence is limited and more research is needed to confirm these findings. The plant also shows varying metal removal efficiencies, with higher densities generally improving performance for chromium. Additionally, protein bands and enzymatic activities such as proteases, phospholipases, antioxidants, and antibiofilm properties have been identified in D. alba seeds. Safety concerns are minimal based on current data, but no major issues or drug interactions have been recorded 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
- The study explored various medicinal plants' potential, including Datura stramonium's neuroprotective activities in Parkinson's disease models.
- Native and non-native Datura stramonium populations showed differences in volatile organic compound diversity and emission levels in response to leaf damage.
- D. stramonium showed varying metal removal efficiencies across different densities, with higher densities generally improving overall performance, particularly for Cr.
- The study identified protein bands and enzymatic activities, including proteases, phospholipases, antioxidants, and antibiofilm properties in D. alba seeds.
- Females preferred to lay eggs on rare tolerant Datura stramonium plants, which resulted in lower plant fitness.
- This study optimized biodiesel production from Datura stramonium seed oil using a one-pot sulfonated corn-cob catalyst and performed a life cycle assessment showing moderate environmental impacts.
- The study reviews ethnobotanical uses, phytochemical composition, and biological activities of Datura but notes gaps in clinical research and safety.
Frequently asked questions
What is Angel's Trumpets?
Angel's Trumpets (Datura) 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 Angel's Trumpets?
7 sourced findings are recorded for Angel's Trumpets; the strongest carries evidence grade D. For example: The study explored various medicinal plants' potential, including Datura stramonium's neuroprotective activities in Parkinson's disease models.
How strong is the evidence for Angel's Trumpets?
The strongest finding for Angel's Trumpets carries evidence grade D — preliminary or traditional. Grades run A (strongest) to D (preliminary or traditional).
Is Angel's Trumpets safe? What are the side effects?
No major safety issues are recorded for Angel's Trumpets in our sources, but the data may be incomplete. Consult a qualified professional before use.
Does Angel's Trumpets interact with medications?
No drug interactions are recorded for Angel's Trumpets in our sources. This does not rule them out — check with a pharmacist.
What are the common names of Angel's Trumpets?
Angel's Trumpets is also known as: Дурман.
Is Angel's Trumpets 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 Activity based insights into the seed proteins of Datura alba from Pakistan. literature abstract metadata
- T2 Phytoremediation Potential of the Invasive Plant Datura stramonium (Solanaceae) for Toxic Metal Removal from Soil in the Qinghai-Tibet Plateau. literature abstract metadata
- T2 Volatile Organic Compounds of Datura stramonium: Changes in Response to Induced Leaf Damage Between Native and Non-Native Populations. literature abstract metadata
- T2 The footprint of ethnopharmacology in drug discovery (ISE-APSS2024). literature abstract metadata
- T2 Integrated experimental and life cycle assessment of biodiesel production from Datura stramonium seed oil using a one-pot sulfonated corncob catalyst. literature abstract metadata
- T2 Survival of the choosiest: females prefer to oviposit on rare tolerant plants. literature abstract metadata
- T2 Ethnobotany, phytochemistry, pharmacology, and toxicology of the genus Datura (Solanaceae). literature abstract metadata