Hyacinth Bean
Lablab purpureus
Lablab purpureus, commonly known as hyacinth bean or Dolichos lablab, is a traditional plant with origins in tropical and subtropical regions of Asia. Traditionally, it has been used for its edible seeds and pods but no specific traditional medicinal uses have been recorded. Scientific evidence suggests that the plant can enhance agricultural performance through its rhizobacteria, which improve nutrient solubilization and reduce metal toxicity. Additionally, studies indicate that Lablab purpureus mucilage combined with Pluronic F127 may offer enhanced mucoadhesion and drug release properties. The genetic analysis of this species has also contributed to the development of predictive models for crop yield improvement. No major safety concerns or known drug interactions have been reported regarding Lablab purpureus.
- Best evidence
- A
- Cautions
- —
Informational only. Traditional use does not mean proven effectiveness. Evidence and safety vary — check the cited sources.
What the science says
- Plant-growth-promoting rhizobacteria significantly enhance the performance of Lablab purpureus by improving nutrient solubilization and reducing metal toxicity.
- Formulations incorporating Lablab purpureus mucilage with Pluronic F127 showed enhanced mucoadhesion and drug release properties.
- The study found that the RKHS model, trained on a Recombinant Inbred Line population, effectively predicted fresh pod yield in both early and advanced generations of dolichos bean.
- This study developed an HRM-based assay for rapid and reliable identification of three thrips species affecting leguminous crops in South Florida.
- The study found that lablab bean hosted various thrip species, with Megalurothrips usitatus present but not more abundant than other species under different insecticide management regimes.
Frequently asked questions
What is Hyacinth Bean?
Hyacinth Bean (Lablab purpureus) 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 Hyacinth Bean?
5 sourced findings are recorded for Hyacinth Bean; the strongest carries evidence grade A. For example: Plant-growth-promoting rhizobacteria significantly enhance the performance of Lablab purpureus by improving nutrient solubilization and reducing metal toxicity.
How strong is the evidence for Hyacinth Bean?
The strongest finding for Hyacinth Bean carries evidence grade A — strong evidence. Grades run A (strongest) to D (preliminary or traditional).
Is Hyacinth Bean safe? What are the side effects?
No major safety issues are recorded for Hyacinth Bean in our sources, but the data may be incomplete. Consult a qualified professional before use.
Does Hyacinth Bean interact with medications?
No drug interactions are recorded for Hyacinth Bean in our sources. This does not rule them out — check with a pharmacist.
What are the common names of Hyacinth Bean?
Hyacinth Bean is also known as: лобия, Lablab.
Is Hyacinth Bean 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 Bacterial inoculants and Lablab purpureus for mine soil fertility in Sub-Saharan Africa: a systematic review. literature abstract metadata
- T2 Use of high-resolution melting for the rapid diagnosis of thrips (Insecta: Thysanoptera) in legume crops in South Florida. literature abstract metadata
- T2 Extraction, development, and ex-vivo evaluation of thermoresponsive mucoadhesive in-situ nasal gel incorporating Lablab purpureus mucilage and Pluronic F127 for enhanced intranasal delivery of Diclofenac Sodium. literature abstract metadata
- T2 Megalurothrips usitatus and other Thrips (Thysanoptera: Thripidae) Associated with Lablab purpureus (Fabales: Fabaceae) in South Florida. literature abstract metadata
- T2 Genomic prediction in dolichos bean (Lablab purpureus L. Sweet) breeding: choice of the type of training population and selection generation. literature abstract metadata