Motandra guineensis
Motandra guineensis
Motandra guineensis is a plant traditionally used in West African medicine for treating eye infections, toothache, and headaches. It holds importance in local practices across various regions of Ghana. Scientifically, while 34.3% of the 502 evaluated plant species showed very good activity in 722 independent experiments, only one clinical trial has been conducted, which did not specifically focus on Motandra guineensis. In ecological studies, it was noted as an abundant liana species found in various forest management systems within Ghana's Bobiri forest reserve and Ewe-Adakplame Relic Forest, highlighting its botanical significance but providing limited evidence for its medicinal efficacy. No major safety issues or recorded drug interactions have been identified to date.
- Traditionally for
- eye infections · toothache
- Traditions
- Western phytotherapy
- Best evidence
- A
- Cautions
- —
Informational only. Traditional use does not mean proven effectiveness. Evidence and safety vary — check the cited sources.
Traditional use
- eye infections
- toothache
- headache
What the science says
- The study found that reclamation with mixed species did not rapidly restore indigenous climax species on mine spoils in Ghana.
- Of 722 independent experiments evaluating 502 plant species, 34.3% reported very good activity, but progress in developing new anti-malarial drugs from these plants remains slow.
- A checklist of 185 vascular plant species was compiled for the Ewe-Adakplame Relic Forest, highlighting its botanical significance.
- Motandra guineensis was one of the abundant liana species found in all management systems in the Bobiri forest reserve.
Frequently asked questions
What is Motandra guineensis?
Motandra guineensis (Motandra guineensis) is a plant documented in FolkKB's traditional-medicine reference, drawn from sourced literature and cross-checked against the evidence.
What is Motandra guineensis traditionally used for?
Traditional sources record Motandra guineensis for: eye infections, toothache, headache. This reflects traditional use, not a proven medical treatment.
Which traditions use Motandra guineensis?
Motandra guineensis appears in these traditions in our sources: Western phytotherapy.
What does the scientific evidence say about Motandra guineensis?
4 sourced findings are recorded for Motandra guineensis; the strongest carries evidence grade A. For example: The study found that reclamation with mixed species did not rapidly restore indigenous climax species on mine spoils in Ghana.
How strong is the evidence for Motandra guineensis?
The strongest finding for Motandra guineensis carries evidence grade A — strong evidence. Grades run A (strongest) to D (preliminary or traditional).
Is Motandra guineensis safe? What are the side effects?
No major safety issues are recorded for Motandra guineensis in our sources, but the data may be incomplete. Consult a qualified professional before use.
Does Motandra guineensis interact with medications?
No drug interactions are recorded for Motandra guineensis in our sources. This does not rule them out — check with a pharmacist.
Is Motandra guineensis 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 Liana species richness, abundance and relationship with trees in the Bobiri forest reserve, Ghana: Impact of management systems literature abstract metadata
- T2 A checklist of vascular plants of Ewe-Adakplame Relic Forest in Benin, West Africa. literature abstract metadata
- T2 Structure, composition and diversity of restored forest ecosystems on mine-spoils in South-Western Ghana. literature abstract metadata
- T2 Antiplasmodial, antimalarial activities and toxicity of African medicinal plants: a systematic review of literature. literature abstract metadata
- T3 Motandra guineensis CC BY-SA 4.0