cassava
Manihot esculenta
Manihot esculenta, commonly known as cassava, originates from South America but is widely cultivated across tropical and subtropical regions. Traditionally, it has been used for food in various cultures due to its high carbohydrate content, but no specific traditional medicinal uses are recorded. Scientific studies have shown that key starch biosynthesis genes are repressed while starch degradation genes are induced in response to shoot pruning, with Amy3A playing a crucial role in storage root starch breakdown. Additionally, significant variability among cassava genotypes has been observed in nutritional composition traits such as beta-carotene, starch, and dry matter content. Research also indicates that eco-friendly colloidal suspensions of Manihot esculenta starch can be used to synthesize nanostructured TiO2 films with properties comparable to conventional ethylene glycol-based electrolytes. The study found that MeSUT1a, a sucrose transporter, is crucial for sucrose transport and apoplastic phloem loading in cassava. No major safety issues or drug interactions have been recorded 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
- Key starch biosynthesis genes were repressed, while starch degradation genes were induced in response to shoot pruning, with AMY3A playing a crucial role in storage root starch breakdown.
- The study found significant variability among cassava genotypes in nutritional composition traits such as beta-carotene, starch, and dry matter content.
- The study found that eco-friendly colloidal suspensions of Manihot esculenta starch can be used to synthesize nanostructured TiO2 films with properties comparable to conventional ethylene glycol-based electrolytes.
- MeSUT1a, a sucrose transporter, is crucial for sucrose transport and apoplastic phloem loading in cassava.
Frequently asked questions
What is cassava?
cassava (Manihot esculenta) 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 cassava?
4 sourced findings are recorded for cassava; the strongest carries evidence grade D. For example: Key starch biosynthesis genes were repressed, while starch degradation genes were induced in response to shoot pruning, with AMY3A playing a crucial role in storage root starch breakdown.
How strong is the evidence for cassava?
The strongest finding for cassava carries evidence grade D — preliminary or traditional. Grades run A (strongest) to D (preliminary or traditional).
Is cassava safe? What are the side effects?
No major safety issues are recorded for cassava in our sources, but the data may be incomplete. Consult a qualified professional before use.
Does cassava interact with medications?
No drug interactions are recorded for cassava in our sources. This does not rule them out — check with a pharmacist.
What are the common names of cassava?
cassava is also known as: маниок, manioc.
Is cassava 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 Starch-Based Eco-Friendly Electrolyte from Manihot esculenta for the Anodic Synthesis of Nanostructured TiO2 Films. literature abstract metadata
- T2 Variability of cassava (Manihot esculenta [Cranz]) genotypes for nutritional composition in Southwestern Ethiopia. literature abstract metadata
- T2 Understanding and modifying starch metabolism to limit yield losses in field-grown cassava. literature abstract metadata
- T2 MeSUT1a is essential for sucrose transport and apoplastic phloem loading in cassava (Manihot esculenta Crantz). literature abstract metadata