Lilytree
Magnolia denudata
Magnolia denudata, also known as the Yulania denudata or Japanese magnolia, is a traditional plant in Chinese medicine. While its use has not been extensively documented in historical texts, studies have explored its potential benefits and mechanisms of action. Scientific evidence suggests that extracts from Magnolia denudata may be effective in reducing nasal itching in children with allergic rhinitis compared to Western medicine or placebo, though the strength of this evidence is moderate due to limited clinical trials. Additionally, research indicates that the plant's thermogenic properties are linked to calcium dynamics within its lateral gynoecium and involve a synergistic supply of energy through carbohydrates, fatty acids, and amino acids. In culinary applications, adding 0.2% Magnolia denudata extract has been shown to enhance moisture content, cooking yield, pH stability, and reduce VBN in chicken breast sausages, improving their storage stability. No major safety concerns or known drug interactions have been recorded for this plant.
- Best evidence
- A
- Cautions
- —
Informational only. Traditional use does not mean proven effectiveness. Evidence and safety vary — check the cited sources.
What the science says
- The meta-analysis suggested that Chinese herbal medicine may be effective in reducing nasal itching in children with allergic rhinitis compared to Western medicine or placebo.
- This study reveals that multiple substrates including carbohydrates, fatty acids, and amino acids synergistically supply energy during floral thermogenesis in Magnolia denudata.
- The study identified the lateral gynoecium as the thermogenic region in Magnolia denudata using imaging techniques, linking calcium dynamics to thermogenesis.
- The study found that adding 0.2% Magnolia denudata extract improved the moisture content, cooking yield, pH stability, and reduced VBN in chicken breast sausages, enhancing their storage stability.
Frequently asked questions
What is Lilytree?
Lilytree (Magnolia denudata) 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 Lilytree?
4 sourced findings are recorded for Lilytree; the strongest carries evidence grade A. For example: The meta-analysis suggested that Chinese herbal medicine may be effective in reducing nasal itching in children with allergic rhinitis compared to Western medicine or placebo.
How strong is the evidence for Lilytree?
The strongest finding for Lilytree carries evidence grade A — strong evidence. Grades run A (strongest) to D (preliminary or traditional).
Is Lilytree safe? What are the side effects?
No major safety issues are recorded for Lilytree in our sources, but the data may be incomplete. Consult a qualified professional before use.
Does Lilytree interact with medications?
No drug interactions are recorded for Lilytree in our sources. This does not rule them out — check with a pharmacist.
What are the common names of Lilytree?
Lilytree is also known as: Магнолия голая, Magnolia dénudé.
Is Lilytree 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 Efficacy of Chinese herbal medicine on nasal itching in children with allergic rhinitis: a systematic review and meta-analysis. literature abstract metadata
- T2 Integrated Multiscale Imaging and Noninvasive Micro-Sensing Decipher Spatiotemporal Calcium Dynamics in Thermogenic Tissue of Magnolia Flower. literature abstract metadata
- T2 Multi-Omics Combined With Mitochondrial Feeding Assays Reveal a Novel Energy Metabolism Strategy for Floral Thermogenesis in Magnolia Driven by Synergistic Supply of Multiple Substrates. literature abstract metadata
- T2 Effects of Magnolia denudata extract on quality and storage characteristics of emulsified chicken sausage. literature abstract metadata