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Dilobeia thouarsii

Dilobeia thouarsii

Dilobeia thouarsii is an African plant traditionally used for treating wounds and bacterial skin infections, particularly within Madagascar's herbal medicine practices. Scientific studies have shown that extracts from its leaves exhibit in vitro antibacterial activity, with specific compounds being notably effective against certain bacteria. Additionally, four new compounds identified from related plants like Dilobeia thouarsii showed potential tyrosinase inhibitory activity. The study also highlighted a significant decline in the effective population size of 10 Madagascan plant species, including Dilobeia thouarsii, but no major safety issues or drug interactions have been recorded for this plant.

At a glance
Traditionally for
wounds · bacterial skin infections
Traditions
Western phytotherapy
Best evidence
D
Cautions
—

Informational only. Traditional use does not mean proven effectiveness. Evidence and safety vary — check the cited sources.

Traditional use

What the science says

  • The study found that extracts from Dilobeia thouarsii leaves showed in vitro antibacterial activity, with two identified compounds being particularly active against certain bacteria. D EPMC
  • Four new compounds were identified from Protea cynaroides leaves, showing potential tyrosinase inhibitory activity. D PMID
  • The study found that many Madagascan plant species, including Dilobeia thouarsii, experienced a recent and rapid decline in population size. D PMID
  • The study documented traditional uses of 117 plant species, including Dilobeia thouarsii showing antimicrobial activity. D PMID

Frequently asked questions

What is Dilobeia thouarsii?

Dilobeia thouarsii (Dilobeia thouarsii) is a plant documented in FolkKB's traditional-medicine reference, drawn from sourced literature and cross-checked against the evidence.

What is Dilobeia thouarsii traditionally used for?

Traditional sources record Dilobeia thouarsii for: wounds, bacterial skin infections. This reflects traditional use, not a proven medical treatment.

Which traditions use Dilobeia thouarsii?

Dilobeia thouarsii appears in these traditions in our sources: Western phytotherapy.

What does the scientific evidence say about Dilobeia thouarsii?

4 sourced findings are recorded for Dilobeia thouarsii; the strongest carries evidence grade D. For example: The study found that extracts from Dilobeia thouarsii leaves showed in vitro antibacterial activity, with two identified compounds being particularly active against certain bacteria.

How strong is the evidence for Dilobeia thouarsii?

The strongest finding for Dilobeia thouarsii carries evidence grade D — preliminary or traditional. Grades run A (strongest) to D (preliminary or traditional).

Is Dilobeia thouarsii safe? What are the side effects?

No major safety issues are recorded for Dilobeia thouarsii in our sources, but the data may be incomplete. Consult a qualified professional before use.

Does Dilobeia thouarsii interact with medications?

No drug interactions are recorded for Dilobeia thouarsii in our sources. This does not rule them out — check with a pharmacist.

Is Dilobeia thouarsii 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

  1. T2 Antimicrobial activities of Dilobeia thouarsii Roemer and Schulte, a traditional medicinal plant from Madagascar literature abstract metadata
  2. T2 First ethnobotanical inventory and phytochemical analysis of plant species used by indigenous people living in the Maromizaha forest, Madagascar. literature abstract metadata
  3. T2 The demographic history of Madagascan micro-endemics: have rare species always been rare? literature abstract metadata
  4. T2 Characterization of Four New Compounds from Protea cynaroides Leaves and Their Tyrosinase Inhibitory Potential. literature abstract metadata
  5. T3 Dilobeia thouarsii CC BY-SA 4.0