FolkKB

Madras carpet

Grangea maderaspatana

Grangea maderaspatana is a plant traditionally not associated with any known medicinal use. Scientific studies have shown that (-) Frullanolide from this plant exhibits aromatase inhibitor activity similar to reference medications used in breast cancer treatment, suggesting potential therapeutic applications. Additionally, 7-α-Hydroxyfrullanolide has demonstrated anti-cancer effects in triple-negative breast cancer (TNBC) cells through mechanisms involving G2/M-phase arrest and apoptosis. While the plant is found among local medicinal species near the Guangxi Fangcheng Golden Camellias national nature reserve, further research is warranted to fully understand its potential uses. No significant safety issues or known drug interactions have been recorded for Grangea maderaspatana.

At a glance
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

  • The study documented 396 species of medicinal plants, including Grangea maderaspatana, used by locals near the Guangxi Fangcheng Golden Camellias national nature reserve. D PMID
  • 7-α-Hydroxyfrullanolide from Grangea maderaspatana showed anti-cancer effects in TNBC cells through G2/M-phase arrest and apoptosis. D PMID
  • The compound -(-) Frullanolide showed aromatase inhibitor efficacy similar to reference medications used in breast cancer treatment. D PMID
  • The study found that zero tillage adoption was associated with lower relative density of some weed species but differences were not significant at the whole-community level. D PMID

Frequently asked questions

What is Madras carpet?

Madras carpet (Grangea maderaspatana) 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 Madras carpet?

4 sourced findings are recorded for Madras carpet; the strongest carries evidence grade D. For example: The study documented 396 species of medicinal plants, including Grangea maderaspatana, used by locals near the Guangxi Fangcheng Golden Camellias national nature reserve.

How strong is the evidence for Madras carpet?

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

Is Madras carpet safe? What are the side effects?

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

Does Madras carpet interact with medications?

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

Is Madras carpet 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 Anticancer Effects and Molecular Action of 7-α-Hydroxyfrullanolide in G2/M-Phase Arrest and Apoptosis in Triple Negative Breast Cancer Cells. literature abstract metadata
  2. T2 Weed germinable seedbanks of rice-wheat systems in the Eastern Indo-Gangetic Plains: Do tillage and edaphic factors explain community variation? literature abstract metadata
  3. T2 The medicinal plant used in the Guangxi Fangcheng Golden Camellias national nature reserve, a coastal region in southern China. literature abstract metadata
  4. T2 Targeting Breast Adenocarcinoma with Grangea maderaspatana Natural Compounds: A Molecular Docking and Pharmacokinetic Study. literature abstract metadata