Yellow Ipe
Handroanthus serratifolius
Handroanthus serratifolius, a plant native to South America, is not traditionally used in any known medical practices. Scientific evidence for its medicinal properties is limited; while grammicin isolated from Xylaria grammica showed phytotoxic activity against certain plants but not against tested fungal pathogens, Handroanthus serratifolius itself did not demonstrate significant physiological benefits or adverse effects under the conditions studied. Studies indicated that medium spore density treatments of AM fungi provided biochemical and nutritional benefits to seedlings, particularly in water-deficient environments, though these findings are specific to certain cultivation conditions. No major safety concerns or drug interactions have been recorded for this plant.
- 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
- Handroanthus serratifolius exhibited poor physiological performance due to substrate compaction and high foliar metal concentrations.
- Medium spore density treatment showed greater increases in biomass, height, leaf area, root volume, phosphorus absorption, and nitrogen metabolism dynamics compared to control and other treatments.
- Grammicin, isolated from Xylaria grammica, showed phytotoxic activity against certain plant species but not against the tested fungus or mammalian cells.
- AM fungi provided growth benefits and improved osmoregulation in Handroanthus serratifolius seedlings under both water deficit and well-watered conditions.
Frequently asked questions
What is Yellow Ipe?
Yellow Ipe (Handroanthus serratifolius) 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 Yellow Ipe?
4 sourced findings are recorded for Yellow Ipe; the strongest carries evidence grade D. For example: Handroanthus serratifolius exhibited poor physiological performance due to substrate compaction and high foliar metal concentrations.
How strong is the evidence for Yellow Ipe?
The strongest finding for Yellow Ipe carries evidence grade D — preliminary or traditional. Grades run A (strongest) to D (preliminary or traditional).
Is Yellow Ipe safe? What are the side effects?
No major safety issues are recorded for Yellow Ipe in our sources, but the data may be incomplete. Consult a qualified professional before use.
Does Yellow Ipe interact with medications?
No drug interactions are recorded for Yellow Ipe in our sources. This does not rule them out — check with a pharmacist.
Is Yellow Ipe 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 Arbuscular Mycorrhizal Fungi Promote Physiological and Biochemical Advantages in Handroanthus serratifolius Seedlings Submitted to Different Water Deficits. literature abstract metadata
- T2 Influence of arbuscular mycorrhizal fungi density on growth and metabolism of Handroanthus serratifolius (Vahl) S.O. Grose seedlings. literature abstract metadata
- T2 Growth-tolerance tradeoffs shape the survival outcomes and ecophysiological strategies of Atlantic Forest species in the rehabilitation of mining-impacted sites. literature abstract metadata
- T2 Phytotoxic activity of grammicin produced by the fungus Xylaria grammica (Ascomycota) recovered from infected lesions on Handroanthus serratifolius (Bignoniaceae) leaves. literature abstract metadata