Honeyweed
Leonurus sibiricus
Leonurus sibiricus is a plant species featured in various traditional medicine practices. It has been historically utilized for a wide range of conditions, including fever, abscesses, boils, diarrhea, gynecopathy, hemorrhage, and edema. Preliminary scientific evidence suggests potential therapeutic properties, as certain isolated compounds have demonstrated anti-inflammatory activity and modulation of signaling pathways in laboratory settings. Additionally, silver nanoconjugates derived from the plant have shown antimicrobial and anti-biofilm activity against specific bacteria in vitro. No major safety issues or notable drug interactions have been recorded in current literature.
- Traditionally for
- diuretic · fever
- Traditions
- TCM · Japanese (Kampo) · traditional
- Best evidence
- D
- Cautions
- —
Informational only. Traditional use does not mean proven effectiveness. Evidence and safety vary — check the cited sources.
Traditional use
- diuretic
- fever
- abscess
- bleeding
- boils
- dropsy (edema)
- eruption
- eye complaints
- flux (diarrhea)
- gynecopathy
- headache
- hemorrhage
- insect bites
- laxative
- snakebite
What the science says
- Compound 1 from Leonurus sibiricus showed potent inhibition of inflammatory markers and modulation of MAPK signaling pathway.
- Both Leonurus sibiricus and Tinospora cordifolia-derived silver nanoconjugates showed antimicrobial and anti-biofilm activities against Pseudomonas aeruginosa, with TC-AgNPs being more effective.
- Eleven labdane diterpenoids were isolated from Leonurus sibiricus, and sibiricusin O showed anti-inflammatory activity.
- The complete chloroplast genome of Leonurus sibiricus has been sequenced, providing insights into its structure and phylogenetic relationships.
Frequently asked questions
What is Honeyweed?
Honeyweed (Leonurus sibiricus) is a plant documented in FolkKB's traditional-medicine reference, drawn from sourced literature and cross-checked against the evidence.
What is Honeyweed traditionally used for?
Traditional sources record Honeyweed for: diuretic, fever, abscess, bleeding, boils, dropsy (edema). This reflects traditional use, not a proven medical treatment.
Which traditions use Honeyweed?
Honeyweed appears in these traditions in our sources: TCM, Japanese (Kampo), traditional.
What does the scientific evidence say about Honeyweed?
4 sourced findings are recorded for Honeyweed; the strongest carries evidence grade D. For example: Compound 1 from Leonurus sibiricus showed potent inhibition of inflammatory markers and modulation of MAPK signaling pathway.
How strong is the evidence for Honeyweed?
The strongest finding for Honeyweed carries evidence grade D — preliminary or traditional. Grades run A (strongest) to D (preliminary or traditional).
Is Honeyweed safe? What are the side effects?
No major safety issues are recorded for Honeyweed in our sources, but the data may be incomplete. Consult a qualified professional before use.
Does Honeyweed interact with medications?
No drug interactions are recorded for Honeyweed in our sources. This does not rule them out — check with a pharmacist.
What are the common names of Honeyweed?
Honeyweed is also known as: Agripaume de Sibérie.
Is Honeyweed 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
- T3 Dr. Duke's Ethnobotanical Database public domain (USDA ARS — attribute Dr. Duke's)
- T2 Anti-inflammatory labdane diterpenoids from the aerial parts of Leonurus sibiricus. literature abstract metadata
- T2 The complete chloroplast genome of Leonurus sibiricus Linnaeus (Labiatae, Leonurus Miller). literature abstract metadata
- T2 Anti-Inflammatory Activity of Labdane and Norlabdane Diterpenoids from Leonurus sibiricus Related to Modulation of MAPKs Signaling Pathway. literature abstract metadata
- T2 Comparative evaluation of the bactericidal activities of two indigenous weed-derived silver nanoconjugates on planktonic and sessile forms of Pseudomonas aeruginosa: Antimicrobial and antibiofilm activities of weed-derived silver nanoconjug literature abstract metadata