Annual Fleabane

Erigeron annuus

Erigeron annuus, commonly known as annual eryngium or bishop's weed, is a plant traditionally found in various regions of North America and Europe. Its traditional uses are not well-documented in historical medical practices. Scientific studies have primarily focused on its distribution using remote sensing data, revealing that incorporating texture and temporal features enhances prediction accuracy. Additionally, research has shown that the hexane fraction of Erigeron annuus exhibits potent XO inhibitory activity in vitro, suggesting potential biological activity. While there are no major safety concerns or recorded drug interactions noted, these findings are based on limited evidence and further research is warranted to fully understand its medicinal properties and applications.

At a glance
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 incorporating texture and temporal features improved the accuracy of predicting Erigeron annuus distribution using multisource remote sensing data. D PMID
  • High-molecular-weight Hg species, primarily bound by Rubisco, dominate the soluble Hg pool in leaves. D PMID
  • The study found that deep learning models effectively distinguished Erigeron annuus from Erigeron philadelphicus using a publicly available image dataset. D PMID
  • The hexane fraction of Erigeron annuus showed potent XO inhibitory activity in vitro. D PMID

Frequently asked questions

What is Annual Fleabane?

Annual Fleabane (Erigeron annuus) 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 Annual Fleabane?

4 sourced findings are recorded for Annual Fleabane; the strongest carries evidence grade D. For example: The study found that incorporating texture and temporal features improved the accuracy of predicting Erigeron annuus distribution using multisource remote sensing data.

How strong is the evidence for Annual Fleabane?

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

Is Annual Fleabane safe? What are the side effects?

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

Does Annual Fleabane interact with medications?

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

What are the common names of Annual Fleabane?

Annual Fleabane is also known as: мелколепестник однолетний, Vergerette annuelle.

Is Annual Fleabane 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 Uncovering dominant drivers of Erigeron annuus distribution in Dajiuhu-Shennongjia wetland using multiscale remote sensing data. literature abstract metadata
  2. T2 Exploring the urate lowering properties of Erigeron annuus Lin. and phytosterol contributions: In vitro assays and in silico approaches. literature abstract metadata
  3. T2 Exploring deep learning and data requirements through image classification of Erigeron annuus and Erigeron philadelphicus. literature abstract metadata
  4. T2 High-molecular-weight species dominate the leaf soluble mercury pool: Rubisco as the primary binding protein. literature abstract metadata