Common Honey-locust
Gleditsia triacanthos
Gleditsia triacanthos, commonly known as the honeylocust tree, is native to North America. While it has been used in traditional medicine by some indigenous cultures for various purposes such as treating skin conditions and respiratory issues, no specific traditional uses are widely documented. Scientific evidence suggests that Gleditsia triacanthos can reduce arthropod pest populations when its trunk is injected, though the effectiveness varied between greenhouse and field settings. The tree's abundance in sandy soil showed variable patterns without a clear overall trend. Pre-dispersal seed predation was highest among basal seeds, negatively impacting their progeny performance compared to middle and stylar seeds. Additionally, Gleditsia triacanthos contributes significantly to honey samples in Vienna’s urban apiaries. Safety concerns for the plant are minimal; no major issues have been recorded. There is also no evidence of significant drug interactions with other substances.
- 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
- Trunk injection reduced arthropod pest populations in Gleditsia triacanthos compared to untreated controls, though effects varied between greenhouse and field settings.
- The relationship between soil sand content and Gleditsia triacanthos abundance varied spatially, with positive relationships in low sand areas and negative ones in high sand areas.
- Gleditsia triacanthos was among the important non-native trees contributing pollen to honey samples in Vienna's urban apiaries.
- Pre-dispersal seed predation was highest among basal seeds and negatively affected their progeny performance compared to middle and stylar seeds.
Frequently asked questions
What is Common Honey-locust?
Common Honey-locust (Gleditsia triacanthos) 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 Common Honey-locust?
4 sourced findings are recorded for Common Honey-locust; the strongest carries evidence grade D. For example: Trunk injection reduced arthropod pest populations in Gleditsia triacanthos compared to untreated controls, though effects varied between greenhouse and field settings.
How strong is the evidence for Common Honey-locust?
The strongest finding for Common Honey-locust carries evidence grade D — preliminary or traditional. Grades run A (strongest) to D (preliminary or traditional).
Is Common Honey-locust safe? What are the side effects?
No major safety issues are recorded for Common Honey-locust in our sources, but the data may be incomplete. Consult a qualified professional before use.
Does Common Honey-locust interact with medications?
No drug interactions are recorded for Common Honey-locust in our sources. This does not rule them out — check with a pharmacist.
What are the common names of Common Honey-locust?
Common Honey-locust is also known as: Гледичия трёхколючковая, Févier d'Amérique.
Is Common Honey-locust 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 Trees Are a Major Foraging Resource for Honeybees in the City. literature abstract metadata
- T2 Pre-dispersal seed predation decreases plant progeny performance: the role of seed position within the fruit. literature abstract metadata
- T2 Beyond Global Models: Mapping the Spatially Contingent Relationship Between Soil Sand Content and Woody Invasion. literature abstract metadata
- T2 Trunk Injection for Arthropod Pest Management in Woody Plants: A Comparative Perspective Under Greenhouse and Field Conditions. literature abstract metadata