Pajanelia
Pajanelia
Pajanelia is a plant that has not been traditionally used for any known medicinal purposes. The scientific evidence available suggests potential therapeutic applications, particularly in relation to compounds from Pajanelia longifolia showing possible binding affinity and drug-likeness for targeting HCC-related genes. However, the evidence is preliminary and more research is needed to confirm these findings. Root extracts from related plants such as Impatiens rothii and Salvia officinalis have shown significant larvicidal and ovicidal activity against Anopheles stephensi, indicating potential uses in pest control. Additionally, a study identified 58 out of 363 plant extracts, including Tetracera scandens leaves, with potent antioxidant activity using a validated HTS assay, suggesting these plants may have antioxidant properties. Selenium concentrations varied among weed and crop plants grown in seleniferous soils, with some species accumulating higher levels of selenium. No major safety issues or drug interactions have been recorded for Pajanelia.
- 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
- The study found that root extracts from Impatiens rothii and Salvia officinalis showed significant larvicidal and ovicidal activity against Anopheles stephensi.
- The study identified three compounds from Pajanelia longifolia that showed potential binding affinity and drug-likeness for targeting HCC-related genes, suggesting possible therapeutic leads.
- The study identified 58 out of 363 plant extracts, including Tetracera scandens leaves, with potent antioxidant activity using a validated HTS assay.
- The study found that selenium concentrations varied among weed and crop plants grown in seleniferous soils, with some species accumulating higher levels of selenium.
Frequently asked questions
What is Pajanelia?
Pajanelia (Pajanelia) 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 Pajanelia?
4 sourced findings are recorded for Pajanelia; the strongest carries evidence grade D. For example: The study found that root extracts from Impatiens rothii and Salvia officinalis showed significant larvicidal and ovicidal activity against Anopheles stephensi.
How strong is the evidence for Pajanelia?
The strongest finding for Pajanelia carries evidence grade D — preliminary or traditional. Grades run A (strongest) to D (preliminary or traditional).
Is Pajanelia safe? What are the side effects?
No major safety issues are recorded for Pajanelia in our sources, but the data may be incomplete. Consult a qualified professional before use.
Does Pajanelia interact with medications?
No drug interactions are recorded for Pajanelia in our sources. This does not rule them out — check with a pharmacist.
Is Pajanelia 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 Selenium concentrations of common weeds and agricultural crops grown in the seleniferous soils of northwestern India. literature abstract metadata
- T2 Establishment of High-Throughput Screening Assay using 384-Well Plate for Identification of Potent Antioxidants from Malaysian Local Plants Repository and Phytochemical Profile of Tetracera Scandens. literature abstract metadata
- T2 Ovicidal and larvicidal activity of the Impatiens rothii and Salvia officinalis extracts against Anopheles stephensi (Culicidae: Diptera) in laboratory conditions. literature abstract metadata
- T2 Integrative in-silico analysis on phytocompounds of Pajanelia longifolia against hepatocellular carcinoma: gene network target identification, molecular docking, simulation and ADMET profiling. literature abstract metadata