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Gentianella nitida

Gentianella nitida

Gentianella nitida is a plant species used within various traditional medicinal practices. It has been traditionally applied to address digestive issues, hepatitis, varicose veins, blood cholesterol, and hypertension. Scientific research has identified several metabolites, including the sesterterpenoid nitiol, which may enhance IL-2 gene expression in human T cell lines, as well as amaronitidin and mangiferin. Extracts have demonstrated varying degrees of antifungal and free radical scavenging activity in laboratory settings. There are currently no major safety issues or notable drug interactions recorded for this plant.

At a glance
Traditionally for
digestive · hepatitis
Traditions
traditional
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

  • A sesterterpenoid named nitiol was identified from Gentianella nitida and found to enhance IL-2 gene expression in a human T cell line. D PMID
  • Twelve known metabolites were isolated from Gentianella nitida, including secologanoside and mangiferin. D PMID
  • A new secoiridoid glucoside, amaronitidin, was identified from Gentianella nitida, alongside three known compounds. D PMID
  • The study found that Gentianella nitida extracts showed varying degrees of antifungal and free radical scavenging activity. D PMID

Frequently asked questions

What is Gentianella nitida?

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

What is Gentianella nitida traditionally used for?

Traditional sources record Gentianella nitida for: digestive, hepatitis, varicose veins, blood cholesterol, hypertension. This reflects traditional use, not a proven medical treatment.

Which traditions use Gentianella nitida?

Gentianella nitida appears in these traditions in our sources: traditional.

What does the scientific evidence say about Gentianella nitida?

4 sourced findings are recorded for Gentianella nitida; the strongest carries evidence grade D. For example: A sesterterpenoid named nitiol was identified from Gentianella nitida and found to enhance IL-2 gene expression in a human T cell line.

How strong is the evidence for Gentianella nitida?

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

Is Gentianella nitida safe? What are the side effects?

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

Does Gentianella nitida interact with medications?

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

Is Gentianella nitida 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 A novel sesterterpenoid, nitiol, as a potent enhancer of IL-2 gene expression in a human T cell line, from the Peruvian folk medicine "Hercumpuri" (Gentianella nitida). literature abstract metadata
  2. T2 A new secoiridoid glucoside, amaronitidin, from the Peruvian folk medicine "Hercampuri" (Gentianella nitida). literature abstract metadata
  3. T2 Antimicrobial and free radical scavenging activity of Gentianella nitida. literature abstract metadata
  4. T2 Secoiridoids and xanthones from Gentianella nitida. literature abstract metadata
  5. T3 Gentianella nitida CC BY-SA 4.0

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