Leontice leontopetalum
Leontice leontopetalum
Leontice leontopetalum, commonly known as the winter pansy, is a flowering plant traditionally found in Europe and Asia. While its use in traditional medicine has not been extensively documented, preliminary scientific studies have shown that compounds such as oblongine chloride exhibit relaxing effects on smooth muscle tissues and increased cardiac contractility. Petaline chloride also showed variable effects but their mechanisms were not fully elucidated. Genetic analysis of 26 plastomes from Nandinoideae revealed differences in size and identified variable regions, which could be useful for genetic studies. The plant's vernacular names indicate cultural connections to washing and incense use across Middle Eastern cultures. No major safety issues or drug interactions have been recorded, but further research is necessary to fully understand its potential 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
- The study found that extracts from Leontice leontopetalum and Bongardia chrysogonum showed antioxidant activity, mitigating some oxidative stress effects induced by PTZ in rats.
- Oblongine chloride caused concentration-dependent relaxation in ileum and pulmonary artery, and increased contractility in isolated heart preparations.
- Preliminary observations showed that petaline chloride caused varying effects on smooth muscle tissues and cardiac contractions, with some effects not inhibited by atropine.
- The study sequenced and analyzed 26 plastomes from Nandinoideae, revealing differences in size and identifying variable regions that could be used for genetic studies.
- The study finds that the vernacular names of Cyclamen persicum and Leontice leontopetalum show overlapping meanings related to washing and incense use across Middle Eastern cultures.
- A new benzylisoquinoline alkaloid, lincangenine-4-β-D-glucopyranoside (1), has been identified from Leontice altaica roots.
- The study reveals approximately 200 wild plant taxa collected from Peloponnese in 1795.
Frequently asked questions
What is Leontice leontopetalum?
Leontice leontopetalum (Leontice leontopetalum) 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 Leontice leontopetalum?
7 sourced findings are recorded for Leontice leontopetalum; the strongest carries evidence grade D. For example: The study found that extracts from Leontice leontopetalum and Bongardia chrysogonum showed antioxidant activity, mitigating some oxidative stress effects induced by PTZ in rats.
How strong is the evidence for Leontice leontopetalum?
The strongest finding for Leontice leontopetalum carries evidence grade D — preliminary or traditional. Grades run A (strongest) to D (preliminary or traditional).
Is Leontice leontopetalum safe? What are the side effects?
No major safety issues are recorded for Leontice leontopetalum in our sources, but the data may be incomplete. Consult a qualified professional before use.
Does Leontice leontopetalum interact with medications?
No drug interactions are recorded for Leontice leontopetalum in our sources. This does not rule them out — check with a pharmacist.
Is Leontice leontopetalum 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 A new benzylisoquinoline alkaloid from Leontice altaica. literature abstract metadata
- T2 Preliminary observations on the pharmacology of petaline chloride, a quaternary alkaloid from Leontice leontopetalum. literature abstract metadata
- T2 Effects of Leontice leontopetalum and Bongardia chrysogonum on oxidative stress and neuroprotection in PTZ kindling epilepsy in rats. literature abstract metadata
- T2 Plastid Phylogenomics and Plastome Evolution of Nandinoideae (Berberidaceae). literature abstract metadata
- T2 From Biodiversity to Musketry: Detection of Plant Diversity in Pre-Industrial Peloponnese during the Flora Graeca Expedition. literature abstract metadata
- T2 Cyclamen persicum Mill. and Leontice leontopetalum L., common vernacular names - and their relation to washing, incense and the unexplained 'Jordan Dome'. literature abstract metadata
- T2 Effects of oblongine chloride, an alkaloid from Leontice leontopetalum on guinea-pig isolated smooth muscle and heart. literature abstract metadata