Fritillaria monantha
Fritillaria monantha
Fritillaria monantha is a plant native to the lower Coppermine River valley in northeastern Mexico. While its traditional medicinal uses are not documented, studies have shown that SFI (a formulation containing Fritillaria monantha) improved the total effective rate and reduced APACHE II scores and mortality in elderly patients with severe pneumonia. The flora of the lower Coppermine River valley has been found to comprise 300 species, a notable increase from previous documentation. Additionally, research identified 63 legume species across 18 genera within this region. Sipeimine, a key compound from Fritillaria monantha, was observed to be rapidly absorbed but slowly eliminated in rats, with primary metabolic pathways involving hydroxylation, sulfation, and glucuronidation. No major safety issues or drug interactions have been recorded for this plant.
- Best evidence
- A
- Cautions
- —
Informational only. Traditional use does not mean proven effectiveness. Evidence and safety vary — check the cited sources.
What the science says
- SFI improved the total effective rate and reduced APACHE II scores and mortality in elderly patients with severe pneumonia.
- The study found that the lower Coppermine River valley flora comprises 300 species, a significant increase from previous documentation.
- The study identifies Fritillaria monantha as a new distribution in Jiangxi and a new variety of Chinese drug beimu.
- The study recorded the diversity of legumes from subfamilies Caesalpinioideae (excluding Mimoseae), Cercidoideae, and Detarioideae in northeastern Mexico, identifying 63 species.
- Sipeimine, a key compound from Fritillaria monantha, was found to be rapidly absorbed but slowly eliminated in rats with predominant excretion through renal pathways.
Frequently asked questions
What is Fritillaria monantha?
Fritillaria monantha (Fritillaria monantha) 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 Fritillaria monantha?
5 sourced findings are recorded for Fritillaria monantha; the strongest carries evidence grade A. For example: SFI improved the total effective rate and reduced APACHE II scores and mortality in elderly patients with severe pneumonia.
How strong is the evidence for Fritillaria monantha?
The strongest finding for Fritillaria monantha carries evidence grade A — strong evidence. Grades run A (strongest) to D (preliminary or traditional).
Is Fritillaria monantha safe? What are the side effects?
No major safety issues are recorded for Fritillaria monantha in our sources, but the data may be incomplete. Consult a qualified professional before use.
Does Fritillaria monantha interact with medications?
No drug interactions are recorded for Fritillaria monantha in our sources. This does not rule them out — check with a pharmacist.
What are the common names of Fritillaria monantha?
Fritillaria monantha is also known as: Рябчик одноцветковый.
Is Fritillaria monantha 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 [Drug identification and research on Fritillaria monantha Migo (pengze beimu) produced in Jiangxi Province]. literature abstract metadata
- T2 Vascular plant biodiversity of the lower Coppermine River valley and vicinity (Nunavut, Canada): an annotated checklist of an Arctic flora. literature abstract metadata
- T2 Efficacy and Safety of Shenfu Injection for Severe Pneumonia in the Elderly: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis Based on Western and Eastern Medicine. literature abstract metadata
- T2 The Fabaceae in Northeastern Mexico (Subfamilies Caesalpinioideae (Excluding Tribe Mimoseae), Cercidoideae, and Detarioideae). literature abstract metadata
- T2 Integrated UPLC-MS/MS and UPLC-Q-TOF-MS/MS analysis to reveal pharmacokinetics, tissue distribution, metabolism, and excretion of sipeimine in rats. literature abstract metadata