Meadow Crane's-bill
Geranium pratense
Geranium pratense, commonly known as meadow geranium or crane's bill, is a plant traditionally found in Europe and parts of Asia. While its use in traditional medicine has not been extensively documented, studies have explored various aspects of the plant’s biology and potential applications. Scientific evidence suggests that stamen movement in Geranium pratense enhances cross-pollination efficiency while preventing self-interference, indicating possible ecological benefits. Additionally, research indicates that long-term exposure to elevated CO2 can influence water-use efficiency in first filial generations of several plant species, though specific findings for Geranium pratense are not detailed. Molecular docking studies have identified potential antifungal compounds from the plant against Bipolaris oryzae, but no specific results for Geranium pratense alone have been reported. Safety concerns and known drug interactions with Geranium pratense are currently unrecorded, suggesting it may be generally safe to use without significant risk.
- 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
- Stamen group-by-group movement in Geranium pratense increases pollen removal and cross-pollination while preventing self-interference.
- Long-term exposure to elevated CO2 influenced the water-use efficiency in first filial generations of several plant species.
- The herbivore-induced volatile organic compound emission from red clover was influenced by neighboring plant species in the community.
- The study identified potential antifungal compounds from Geranium pratense among other plants against Bipolaris oryzae using molecular docking, though no specific findings for Geranium pratense alone are reported.
Frequently asked questions
What is Meadow Crane's-bill?
Meadow Crane's-bill (Geranium pratense) 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 Meadow Crane's-bill?
4 sourced findings are recorded for Meadow Crane's-bill; the strongest carries evidence grade D. For example: Stamen group-by-group movement in Geranium pratense increases pollen removal and cross-pollination while preventing self-interference.
How strong is the evidence for Meadow Crane's-bill?
The strongest finding for Meadow Crane's-bill carries evidence grade D — preliminary or traditional. Grades run A (strongest) to D (preliminary or traditional).
Is Meadow Crane's-bill safe? What are the side effects?
No major safety issues are recorded for Meadow Crane's-bill in our sources, but the data may be incomplete. Consult a qualified professional before use.
Does Meadow Crane's-bill interact with medications?
No drug interactions are recorded for Meadow Crane's-bill in our sources. This does not rule them out — check with a pharmacist.
What are the common names of Meadow Crane's-bill?
Meadow Crane's-bill is also known as: Герань луговая, Géranium des prés.
Is Meadow Crane's-bill 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 Plant volatile emission depends on the species composition of the neighboring plant community. literature abstract metadata
- T2 Heritable Changes in Physiological Gas Exchange Traits in Response to Long-Term, Moderate Free-Air Carbon Dioxide Enrichment. literature abstract metadata
- T2 Pollination adaptations of group-by-group stamen movement in a meadow plant with temporal floral closure. literature abstract metadata
- T2 Identification of plant based potential antifungal compounds against BMK-1 protein of Bipolaris oryzae using molecular docking approach. literature abstract metadata