Flowering Magnolia
Magnolia liliiflora
Magnolia liliiflora, also known as Yulabu or Bigleaf magnolia, is a traditional plant in East Asian medicine. While its specific uses are not well-documented in historical traditions, studies have shown promising results. A gel formulation using the volatile oils from Magnolia liliiflora has demonstrated improved drug delivery and pharmacodynamic effects for treating allergic rhinitis in mice. Additionally, combining Chinese patent medicines with conventional Western drugs containing Magnolia liliiflora showed enhanced efficacy and safety in treating pediatric allergic rhinitis compared to conventional treatment alone. Scientific evidence also indicates that compounds from the leaves of this plant have shown moderate inhibitory effects on nitric oxide production in microglial cells. Extracts from various parts of the plant, including leaves, have been found to contain varying levels of polyphenols, anthocyanins, and exhibit antioxidant and antibacterial properties. No major safety issues or drug interactions have been recorded for Magnolia liliiflora thus far.
- 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 study found that a gel formulation using Magnolia liliiflora volatile oils showed improved drug delivery and pharmacodynamic effects for treating allergic rhinitis in mice.
- This study identified several compounds from Magnolia liliiflora that showed potential as therapeutic targets for allergic rhinitis through in-silico analysis.
- The combination of Chinese patent medicines with conventional Western drugs showed improved efficacy and safety in treating pediatric allergic rhinitis compared to conventional treatment alone.
- Two previously undescribed lignans and five known derivatives from Magnolia liliiflora leaves showed moderate inhibitory effects on nitric oxide production in microglial cells.
- The study found varying levels of polyphenols, anthocyanins, antioxidant activity, and antibacterial effects among extracts from five red-flowered plants.
Frequently asked questions
What is Flowering Magnolia?
Flowering Magnolia (Magnolia liliiflora) 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 Flowering Magnolia?
5 sourced findings are recorded for Flowering Magnolia; the strongest carries evidence grade A. For example: The study found that a gel formulation using Magnolia liliiflora volatile oils showed improved drug delivery and pharmacodynamic effects for treating allergic rhinitis in mice.
How strong is the evidence for Flowering Magnolia?
The strongest finding for Flowering Magnolia carries evidence grade A — strong evidence. Grades run A (strongest) to D (preliminary or traditional).
Is Flowering Magnolia safe? What are the side effects?
No major safety issues are recorded for Flowering Magnolia in our sources, but the data may be incomplete. Consult a qualified professional before use.
Does Flowering Magnolia interact with medications?
No drug interactions are recorded for Flowering Magnolia in our sources. This does not rule them out — check with a pharmacist.
What are the common names of Flowering Magnolia?
Flowering Magnolia is also known as: Магнолия лилиецветная, Magnolia à fleurs de Lis.
Is Flowering Magnolia 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 Fructus Xanthii and Magnolia liliiflora Volatile Oils Liposomes-Loaded Thermosensitive in situ Gel for Allergic Rhinitis Management. literature abstract metadata
- T2 In-silico exploring pathway and mechanism-based therapeutics for allergic rhinitis: Network pharmacology, molecular docking, ADMET, quantum chemistry and machine learning based QSAR approaches. literature abstract metadata
- T2 Investigation of Phytochemical Composition, Antioxidant and Antibacterial Activity of Five Red Flower Extracts. literature abstract metadata
- T2 The efficacy and safety of combining different Chinese patent medicines with conventional Western drugs in the treatment of pediatric allergic rhinitis: network meta-analysis. literature abstract metadata
- T2 Functional Food Potential of Magnolia liliiflora Leaves: Chemical Profiling of Bioactive Lignans and Their Anti-Inflammatory Effects in LPS-Activated Microglia. literature abstract metadata