Galega officinalis
Galega officinalis
Galega officinalis, commonly known as goat's rue, is a traditional medicinal plant traditionally used in European herbal medicine. It has been employed for managing diabetes and improving appetite. Scientific evidence suggests that bioactive compounds from Galega officinalis may help mitigate oxidative stress and improve mitochondrial function in diabetic rats, though the evidence is of low certainty. The plant has also shown potential in increasing breastmilk production when combined with other herbs such as barley malt, lemon balm, silymarin phytosomes, anise seed tea, and moringa leaf capsules. Additionally, Galega officinalis-derived silver nanoparticles have demonstrated concentration-dependent mortality against stored product insect species and were used to synthesize chitosan-coated silver nanoparticles for agricultural applications. No major safety issues or drug interactions have been recorded for Galega officinalis.
- 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
- AgChNPs from Galega officinalis exhibited strong toxicity against D. suzukii across multiple stages with significant adult emergence reduction and sublethal effects.
- The study found that bioactive compounds from Galega officinalis may help mitigate oxidative stress and improve mitochondrial function in diabetic rats.
- Galega officinalis-derived silver nanoparticles showed concentration-dependent mortality against four stored product insect species.
- Low certainty evidence suggests that Barley malt with lemon balm, silymarin phytosomes with Galega, Pimpinella anisum seed tea, Moringa oleifera leaf capsules, and Latuca sativa may increase breastmilk production.
- Galega officinalis leaf extract was used to synthesize chitosan-coated silver nanoparticles with optimized properties for potential agricultural applications.
Frequently asked questions
What is Galega officinalis?
Galega officinalis (Galega officinalis) 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 Galega officinalis?
5 sourced findings are recorded for Galega officinalis; the strongest carries evidence grade A. For example: AgChNPs from Galega officinalis exhibited strong toxicity against D. suzukii across multiple stages with significant adult emergence reduction and sublethal effects.
How strong is the evidence for Galega officinalis?
The strongest finding for Galega officinalis carries evidence grade A — strong evidence. Grades run A (strongest) to D (preliminary or traditional).
Is Galega officinalis safe? What are the side effects?
No major safety issues are recorded for Galega officinalis in our sources, but the data may be incomplete. Consult a qualified professional before use.
Does Galega officinalis interact with medications?
No drug interactions are recorded for Galega officinalis in our sources. This does not rule them out — check with a pharmacist.
What are the common names of Galega officinalis?
Galega officinalis is also known as: Козлятник лекарственный, Galéga officinal.
Is Galega officinalis 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 Biosynthesized Chitosan-Coated Silver Nanoparticles: Insecticide Activity and Sublethal Effects Against Drosophila suzukii (Diptera: Drosophilidae). literature abstract metadata
- T2 Chitosan-Coated Silver Nanocomposites: Biosynthesis, Mechanical Properties, and Ag+ Release in Liquid and Biofilm Forms. literature abstract metadata
- T2 Herbal galactagogues to improve breastmilk production and lactation in mothers of preterm babies: a systematic review of clinical trials. literature abstract metadata
- T2 Characterization and Insecticidal Efficacy of Green-Synthesized Silver Nanoparticles Against Four Stored Product Insect Species. literature abstract metadata
- T2 Amelioration of oxidative stress and hepatocellular mitochondrial dysfunction by bioactive compounds isolated from Galega officinalis in streptozotocin-induced diabetic rats. literature abstract metadata