Chinese Teaplant
Lycium chinense
Lycium chinense is a plant species central to traditional Chinese medicine. It is traditionally utilized for various conditions including eye complaints, kidney issues, diabetes, fever, and general debility. Scientific evidence regarding its therapeutic effects is limited; however, some studies suggest that certain extracts may show effectiveness in reducing bleeding in children with CITP. Research also indicates that specific components may inhibit platelet function. No major safety issues or notable drug interactions have been recorded in the available data.
- Traditionally for
- eye complaints · kidney complaints
- Traditions
- TCM · Japanese (Kampo)
- Best evidence
- B
- Cautions
- —
Informational only. Traditional use does not mean proven effectiveness. Evidence and safety vary — check the cited sources.
Traditional use
- eye complaints
- kidney complaints
- tuberculosis
- cachexia
- complexion
- debility
- diabetes
- ejaculation
- fever
- gingirrhagia
- liver complaints
- longevity
- ophthalmia
- pneumonia
- refrigerant
What the science says
- Inoculation with a bacterial consortium improved leaf area and water use efficiency under salinity stress for at least one Lycium species.
- Significant differences in fruit size and quality traits were observed among eight wild Lycium chinense germplasm resources from eastern China.
- HQH showed a higher clinical effectiveness rate compared to placebo in children with CITP, particularly in reducing bleeding, without significant differences in severe adverse events.
- The study found that 13-HODE and 13-HOTrE, present in di gu pi extracts, selectively inhibit platelet function without affecting thrombin-induced activation.
Frequently asked questions
What is Chinese Teaplant?
Chinese Teaplant (Lycium chinense) is a plant documented in FolkKB's traditional-medicine reference, drawn from sourced literature and cross-checked against the evidence.
What is Chinese Teaplant traditionally used for?
Traditional sources record Chinese Teaplant for: eye complaints, kidney complaints, tuberculosis, cachexia, complexion, debility. This reflects traditional use, not a proven medical treatment.
Which traditions use Chinese Teaplant?
Chinese Teaplant appears in these traditions in our sources: TCM, Japanese (Kampo).
What does the scientific evidence say about Chinese Teaplant?
4 sourced findings are recorded for Chinese Teaplant; the strongest carries evidence grade B. For example: Inoculation with a bacterial consortium improved leaf area and water use efficiency under salinity stress for at least one Lycium species.
How strong is the evidence for Chinese Teaplant?
The strongest finding for Chinese Teaplant carries evidence grade B — moderate evidence. Grades run A (strongest) to D (preliminary or traditional).
Is Chinese Teaplant safe? What are the side effects?
No major safety issues are recorded for Chinese Teaplant in our sources, but the data may be incomplete. Consult a qualified professional before use.
Does Chinese Teaplant interact with medications?
No drug interactions are recorded for Chinese Teaplant in our sources. This does not rule them out — check with a pharmacist.
What are the common names of Chinese Teaplant?
Chinese Teaplant is also known as: Дереза китайская.
Is Chinese Teaplant 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 The efficacy and safety of Huaiqihuang Granule in the treatment of childhood chronic primary immune thrombocytopenia: a multi-centre, randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled clinical study (). literature abstract metadata
- T2 13-HODE and 13-HOTrE, Present in the Traditional Chinese Medicine Herbal Extract di gu pi, Selectively Inhibit Platelet Function. literature abstract metadata
- T2 Are Autochthonous Bacteria of Desert Root Environments Capable of Increasing Crop Tolerance to Saline Stress? literature abstract metadata
- T2 Evaluation of Lycium chinense Germplasms in China Based on Fruit Quality Traits. literature abstract metadata