Clavel de pozo
Eclipta prostrata
Eclipta prostrata is a plant used extensively within various traditional medicine systems. It is historically applied to address conditions such as fever, hepatitis, abscesses, boils, conjunctivitis, cystitis, and epistaxis, as well as serving as an antidote for scorpion stings. Preliminary scientific studies suggest potential antioxidant and antibacterial activities, and some research indicates that the compound luteolin may have anti-gastric cancer effects. Additionally, extracts have shown some ability to reduce gastric mucosal bleeding in specific models. No major safety issues or notable drug interactions have been recorded in the available data.
- Traditionally for
- bleeding · hepatitis
- Traditions
- TCM · Ayurveda
- Best evidence
- D
- Cautions
- —
Informational only. Traditional use does not mean proven effectiveness. Evidence and safety vary — check the cited sources.
Traditional use
- bleeding
- hepatitis
- abscess
- alexiteric
- antidote (scorpion)
- boils
- catarrh
- conjunctivitis
- cystitis
- deobstruent
- dysuria
- elephantiasis
- enteritis
- epistaxis
- fever
What the science says
- The study found that Eclipta prostrata leaf extract-derived carbon dots integrated TiO₂ nanocomposites showed enhanced catalytic reduction of 4-nitrophenol, antioxidant, and antibacterial activities.
- Eclipta prostrata extract reduced gastric mucosal bleeding and improved coagulation parameters in heat-induced gastric hemorrhage models.
- The study identified luteolin as a key compound from Eclipta prostrata with significant anti-gastric cancer effects by modulating the AKT1/HIF-1A signaling pathway.
- The ethanol extract from Artemisia frigida showed significant inhibitory effects on seed germination and growth of five invasive plant species, with 4-ethyloctanoic acid being the primary allelochemical.
Frequently asked questions
What is Clavel de pozo?
Clavel de pozo (Eclipta prostrata) is a plant documented in FolkKB's traditional-medicine reference, drawn from sourced literature and cross-checked against the evidence.
What is Clavel de pozo traditionally used for?
Traditional sources record Clavel de pozo for: bleeding, hepatitis, abscess, alexiteric, antidote (scorpion), boils. This reflects traditional use, not a proven medical treatment.
Which traditions use Clavel de pozo?
Clavel de pozo appears in these traditions in our sources: TCM, Ayurveda.
What does the scientific evidence say about Clavel de pozo?
4 sourced findings are recorded for Clavel de pozo; the strongest carries evidence grade D. For example: The study found that Eclipta prostrata leaf extract-derived carbon dots integrated TiO₂ nanocomposites showed enhanced catalytic reduction of 4-nitrophenol, antioxidant, and antibacterial activities.
How strong is the evidence for Clavel de pozo?
The strongest finding for Clavel de pozo carries evidence grade D — preliminary or traditional. Grades run A (strongest) to D (preliminary or traditional).
Is Clavel de pozo safe? What are the side effects?
No major safety issues are recorded for Clavel de pozo in our sources, but the data may be incomplete. Consult a qualified professional before use.
Does Clavel de pozo interact with medications?
No drug interactions are recorded for Clavel de pozo in our sources. This does not rule them out — check with a pharmacist.
What are the common names of Clavel de pozo?
Clavel de pozo is also known as: Эклипта простёртая, Eclipta Couché.
Is Clavel de pozo 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 Active hemostatic constituents of Eclipta prostrata and PI3K-Akt-mediated protection in heat-induced gastric hemorrhage: Integration of serum-exposed metabolite profiling, network pharmacology, and in vivo validation. literature abstract metadata
- T2 Exploration of the effect and mechanism of Eclipta prostrata L. against gastric cancer based on network pharmacology and experimental verification. literature abstract metadata
- T2 Allelopathic Effects of Compounds from the Ethanol Extract of Artemisia frigida on Five Invasive Alien Plants. literature abstract metadata
- T2 Eclipta prostrata leaf extract derived carbon dots integrated TiO2 nanocomposites using for enhanced 4-nitrophenol reduction, antioxidant and antibacterial activity. literature abstract metadata