Anemone hepatica
Hepatica nobilis
Hepatica nobilis, a member of the Ranunculaceae family, is traditionally not known to have specific medicinal uses. However, it has been noted for its potential in traditional dyeing practices. Scientifically, freezing treatments can enhance spectral transmittance properties, particularly in PAR and some UV-A radiation, across various plant species including Hepatica nobilis. Additionally, studies have characterized the complete chloroplast genomes of Hepatica species, revealing variations in gene conservation and structure compared to other Anemoneae genera. Climate change impacts on flowering seasons suggest that vernal herbs like Hepatica nobilis may experience shorter blooming periods due to elevated temperatures and reduced spring precipitation. While there are no major safety concerns or recorded drug interactions associated with this plant, further research is needed to fully understand its potential applications and effects.
- 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
- Freezing led to an increase in spectral transmittance of PAR and some UV-A radiation in the leaves of Hepatica nobilis and other plant species.
- The study characterized nine complete chloroplast genomes of Hepatica species and found variations in gene conservation and structure compared to other Anemoneae genera.
- Climate change, with elevated temperatures and reduced spring precipitation, tends to shorten the flowering season of vernal herbs like Hepatica nobilis.
- Hepatica nobilis was among the plants identified for traditional dyeing.
Frequently asked questions
What is Anemone hepatica?
Anemone hepatica (Hepatica nobilis) 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 Anemone hepatica?
4 sourced findings are recorded for Anemone hepatica; the strongest carries evidence grade D. For example: Freezing led to an increase in spectral transmittance of PAR and some UV-A radiation in the leaves of Hepatica nobilis and other plant species.
How strong is the evidence for Anemone hepatica?
The strongest finding for Anemone hepatica carries evidence grade D — preliminary or traditional. Grades run A (strongest) to D (preliminary or traditional).
Is Anemone hepatica safe? What are the side effects?
No major safety issues are recorded for Anemone hepatica in our sources, but the data may be incomplete. Consult a qualified professional before use.
Does Anemone hepatica interact with medications?
No drug interactions are recorded for Anemone hepatica in our sources. This does not rule them out — check with a pharmacist.
What are the common names of Anemone hepatica?
Anemone hepatica is also known as: Печёночница благородная, Hepatique a trois lobes.
Is Anemone hepatica 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 Flowering season of vernal herbs is shortened at elevated temperatures with reduced precipitation in early spring. literature abstract metadata
- T2 Phylogenomic Analyses of Hepatica Species and Comparative Analyses Within Tribe Anemoneae (Ranunculaceae). literature abstract metadata
- T2 Freezing induces an increase in leaf spectral transmittance of forest understorey and alpine forbs. literature abstract metadata
- T2 Plants and Other Materials Used for Dyeing in the Present Territory of Poland, Belarus and Ukraine according to Rostafiński's Questionnaire from 1883. literature abstract metadata