Meadow vetchling
Lathyrus pratensis
Lathyrus pratensis, commonly known as meadow vetchling, is a plant traditionally associated with European herbal medicine and folklore. It has been used in various folk remedies but lacks specific traditional uses documented in formal medical literature. Scientific studies have shown that water fractions of L. pratensis exhibit better anti-inflammatory activity compared to some standard drugs, while ethyl acetate fractions demonstrate higher antimicrobial activity. The plant's genetic diversity is linked to the nodulation capacity of rhizobia, and it has been observed to absorb radioactive strontium from contaminated soils for up to 20 years, influencing ecological succession in the EURT area. While no major safety issues or drug interactions have been recorded, these findings are preliminary and require further investigation.
- 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 found that water fractions of L. pratensis showed better anti-inflammatory activity than some standard drugs, while ethyl acetate fractions exhibited higher antimicrobial activity.
- The study found a monotonic relationship between the diversity in the plant NFR5 gene pools and the nodule rhizobial nodA gene pools.
- The study found that Lathyrus pratensis, among other herbaceous plants, showed variable absorption of 90Sr from contaminated soils in the EURT area.
- The legacy of initial sowing was detectable for 18 years in natural colonizers and the sown species remained significantly different for the entire 20-year period.
Frequently asked questions
What is Meadow vetchling?
Meadow vetchling (Lathyrus pratensis) 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 Meadow vetchling?
4 sourced findings are recorded for Meadow vetchling; the strongest carries evidence grade D. For example: The study found that water fractions of L. pratensis showed better anti-inflammatory activity than some standard drugs, while ethyl acetate fractions exhibited higher antimicrobial activity.
How strong is the evidence for Meadow vetchling?
The strongest finding for Meadow vetchling carries evidence grade D — preliminary or traditional. Grades run A (strongest) to D (preliminary or traditional).
Is Meadow vetchling safe? What are the side effects?
No major safety issues are recorded for Meadow vetchling in our sources, but the data may be incomplete. Consult a qualified professional before use.
Does Meadow vetchling interact with medications?
No drug interactions are recorded for Meadow vetchling in our sources. This does not rule them out — check with a pharmacist.
What are the common names of Meadow vetchling?
Meadow vetchling is also known as: Чина луговая, Gesse des prés.
Is Meadow vetchling 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 Heterogeneity of soil contamination by 90Sr and its absorption by herbaceous plants in the East Ural Radioactive Trace area. literature abstract metadata
- T2 The legacy of initial sowing after 20 years of ex-arable land colonisation. literature abstract metadata
- T2 Matching population diversity of rhizobial nodA and legume NFR5 genes in plant-microbe symbiosis. literature abstract metadata
- T2 Antimicrobial and Anti-Inflammatory Activity of Some Lathyrus L. (Fabaceae) Species Growing in Turkey. literature abstract metadata