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Magnolia champaca
Magnolia champaca is a tree native to Southeast Asia, particularly found in countries like India, Malaysia, and Indonesia. Traditionally, it has not been extensively used for medicinal purposes across various cultures. Scientific studies have shown promising results with certain compounds from the bark demonstrating potential thrombolytic and cytotoxic activities, though their efficacy varies compared to standard medications. An isolated compound from Magnolia champaca exhibited moderate anti-inflammatory and antineoplastic activity both in vitro and in vivo settings; however, more research is needed to confirm these findings. No significant safety concerns or reported drug interactions have been documented for this plant.
- 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
- This study found that ATR-FTIR spectroscopy combined with chemometrics could effectively differentiate between certain timber species with high accuracy, aiding in combating timber adulteration.
- The study identified several compounds in Magnolia champaca bark with potential thrombolytic and cytotoxic activities, though their effectiveness varies compared to standard drugs.
- Magnolia champaca tree rings from roadside areas showed higher heavy metal concentrations compared to natural forests over two and a half decades.
- The study found that an isolated compound from Magnolia champaca showed moderate anti-inflammatory and antineoplastic activity in vitro and in vivo.
- The study found that Magnolia champaca leaf essential oils varied in composition, primarily consisting of sesquiterpene hydrocarbons, alcohols, β-elemene, γ-muurolene, and β-caryophyllene.
Frequently asked questions
What is Champak, Champak tree, Joy Perfume Tree, Champaca, Yellow Champaka, Orange Chempaca, Orange Champak, Orange Champaka, Chempaca Merah, Sapu, Cempaka Kuning?
Champak, Champak tree, Joy Perfume Tree, Champaca, Yellow Champaka, Orange Chempaca, Orange Champak, Orange Champaka, Chempaca Merah, Sapu, Cempaka Kuning (Magnolia champaca) 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 Champak, Champak tree, Joy Perfume Tree, Champaca, Yellow Champaka, Orange Chempaca, Orange Champak, Orange Champaka, Chempaca Merah, Sapu, Cempaka Kuning?
5 sourced findings are recorded for Champak, Champak tree, Joy Perfume Tree, Champaca, Yellow Champaka, Orange Chempaca, Orange Champak, Orange Champaka, Chempaca Merah, Sapu, Cempaka Kuning; the strongest carries evidence grade D. For example: This study found that ATR-FTIR spectroscopy combined with chemometrics could effectively differentiate between certain timber species with high accuracy, aiding in combating timber adulteration.
How strong is the evidence for Champak, Champak tree, Joy Perfume Tree, Champaca, Yellow Champaka, Orange Chempaca, Orange Champak, Orange Champaka, Chempaca Merah, Sapu, Cempaka Kuning?
The strongest finding for Champak, Champak tree, Joy Perfume Tree, Champaca, Yellow Champaka, Orange Chempaca, Orange Champak, Orange Champaka, Chempaca Merah, Sapu, Cempaka Kuning carries evidence grade D — preliminary or traditional. Grades run A (strongest) to D (preliminary or traditional).
Is Champak, Champak tree, Joy Perfume Tree, Champaca, Yellow Champaka, Orange Chempaca, Orange Champak, Orange Champaka, Chempaca Merah, Sapu, Cempaka Kuning safe? What are the side effects?
No major safety issues are recorded for Champak, Champak tree, Joy Perfume Tree, Champaca, Yellow Champaka, Orange Chempaca, Orange Champak, Orange Champaka, Chempaca Merah, Sapu, Cempaka Kuning in our sources, but the data may be incomplete. Consult a qualified professional before use.
Does Champak, Champak tree, Joy Perfume Tree, Champaca, Yellow Champaka, Orange Chempaca, Orange Champak, Orange Champaka, Chempaca Merah, Sapu, Cempaka Kuning interact with medications?
No drug interactions are recorded for Champak, Champak tree, Joy Perfume Tree, Champaca, Yellow Champaka, Orange Chempaca, Orange Champak, Orange Champaka, Chempaca Merah, Sapu, Cempaka Kuning in our sources. This does not rule them out — check with a pharmacist.
What are the common names of Champak, Champak tree, Joy Perfume Tree, Champaca, Yellow Champaka, Orange Chempaca, Orange Champak, Orange Champaka, Chempaca Merah, Sapu, Cempaka Kuning?
Champak, Champak tree, Joy Perfume Tree, Champaca, Yellow Champaka, Orange Chempaca, Orange Champak, Orange Champaka, Chempaca Merah, Sapu, Cempaka Kuning is also known as: Магнолия чампака, Champac, Champaca.
Is Champak, Champak tree, Joy Perfume Tree, Champaca, Yellow Champaka, Orange Chempaca, Orange Champak, Orange Champaka, Chempaca Merah, Sapu, Cempaka Kuning 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 Volatile Profiling of Magnolia champaca Accessions by Gas Chromatography Mass Spectrometry Coupled with Chemometrics. literature abstract metadata
- T2 Unveiling the therapeutic potential: Evaluation of anti-inflammatory and antineoplastic activity of Magnolia champaca Linn's stem bark isolate through molecular docking insights. literature abstract metadata
- T2 A quick and non-destructive approach to combat timber adulteration using attenuated total reflectance Fourier transform infrared spectroscopy and chemometrics. literature abstract metadata
- T2 Dendrochemical analysis of heavy metals in Magnolia champaca tree rings in Mizoram, Northeast India. literature abstract metadata
- T2 Analytical and biological assessment of Magnolia champaca L. stem bark: Integrating ATR-FTIR, GC-MS, thrombolytic activity, brine shrimp lethality and molecular docking. literature abstract metadata