Kopsia
Kopsia
Kopsia is a plant traditionally not associated with any specific medicinal uses. Scientific research has identified ten aspidofractinine-type alkaloids from Kopsia officinalis roots, one of which showed potential cytotoxic activity against certain cancer cell lines. Additionally, the synthesis of five monoterpenoid indole alkaloids from Kopsia using a non-biomimetic strategy revealed that Kopsia alkaloids, including kopsiarborine B and kopsifine, exhibit cytotoxicity towards various cancer cell lines. Kopsileuconines A-D, bisindole alkaloids found in Kopsia hainanensis, demonstrated cytotoxic activity against lung cancer cells. No significant 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
- Ten aspidofractinine-type alkaloids were identified from Kopsia officinalis roots, with one showing potential cytotoxic activity against certain cancer cell lines.
- The study achieved the divergent total synthesis of five monoterpenoid indole alkaloids from Kopsia using a non-biomimetic strategy.
- Kopsia alkaloids, including kopsiarborine B and kopsifine, showed cytotoxic activity against various cancer cell lines.
- Kopsileuconines A-D, bisindole alkaloids from Kopsia hainanensis, showed cytotoxic activity against lung cancer cells.
Frequently asked questions
What is Kopsia?
Kopsia (Kopsia) 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 Kopsia?
4 sourced findings are recorded for Kopsia; the strongest carries evidence grade D. For example: Ten aspidofractinine-type alkaloids were identified from Kopsia officinalis roots, with one showing potential cytotoxic activity against certain cancer cell lines.
How strong is the evidence for Kopsia?
The strongest finding for Kopsia carries evidence grade D — preliminary or traditional. Grades run A (strongest) to D (preliminary or traditional).
Is Kopsia safe? What are the side effects?
No major safety issues are recorded for Kopsia in our sources, but the data may be incomplete. Consult a qualified professional before use.
Does Kopsia interact with medications?
No drug interactions are recorded for Kopsia in our sources. This does not rule them out — check with a pharmacist.
Is Kopsia 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 Kopsileuconines A-D: Bisindole alkaloids with cytotoxic activity from Kopsia hainanensis. literature abstract metadata
- T2 Divergent Synthesis of Kopsia and Structurally Related Monoterpenoid Indole Alkaloids: A Non-biomimetic Strategy. literature abstract metadata
- T2 New aspidofractinine-type alkaloids with cytotoxic activity from the roots of Kopsia officinalis. literature abstract metadata
- T2 Unlocking the cytotoxic potential of Apocynaceae monoterpene indole and bis-indole alkaloids: a review. literature abstract metadata