Tamala borbonia
Persea borbonia
Persea borbonia, commonly known as swamp bay or southern laurel, is native to the southeastern United States. There are no traditional uses recorded for this plant in any specific medical traditions. Scientific evidence primarily focuses on its susceptibility to the fungal pathogen Raffaelea lauricola, which causes laurel wilt disease. This study found that while the fungus was present internally in two insect species associated with infected sassafras, it was not phoretically detected. Additionally, research has shown that laurel wilt significantly reduces photosynthetic variables and xylem sap flow in all Persea species, leading to varying degrees of canopy wilting. The genome of Raffaelea lauricola is large, with many genes potentially related to pathogenicity. 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
- The study developed a rapid LAMP assay for detecting R. lauricola directly from host plant and beetle tissues.
- The study found that Harringtonia lauricola was present internally in two insect species associated with infected sassafras but not phoretically.
- Laurel wilt reduced photosynthetic variables and xylem sap flow in all Persea species, with varying degrees of canopy wilting observed.
- The study found that Raffaelea lauricola has a large genome with many genes potentially related to pathogenicity.
Frequently asked questions
What is Tamala borbonia?
Tamala borbonia (Persea borbonia) 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 Tamala borbonia?
4 sourced findings are recorded for Tamala borbonia; the strongest carries evidence grade D. For example: The study developed a rapid LAMP assay for detecting R. lauricola directly from host plant and beetle tissues.
How strong is the evidence for Tamala borbonia?
The strongest finding for Tamala borbonia carries evidence grade D — preliminary or traditional. Grades run A (strongest) to D (preliminary or traditional).
Is Tamala borbonia safe? What are the side effects?
No major safety issues are recorded for Tamala borbonia in our sources, but the data may be incomplete. Consult a qualified professional before use.
Does Tamala borbonia interact with medications?
No drug interactions are recorded for Tamala borbonia in our sources. This does not rule them out — check with a pharmacist.
What are the common names of Tamala borbonia?
Tamala borbonia is also known as: Персея бурбонская.
Is Tamala borbonia 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 Genomic comparisons of the laurel wilt pathogen, Raffaelea lauricola, and related tree pathogens highlight an arsenal of pathogenicity related genes. literature abstract metadata
- T2 Rapid Detection of Raffaelea lauricola Directly from Host Plant and Beetle Vector Tissues Using Loop-Mediated Isothermal Amplification. literature abstract metadata
- T2 Sap flow, xylem anatomy and photosynthetic variables of three Persea species in response to laurel wilt. literature abstract metadata
- T2 Presence of the causal agent of laurel wilt disease in sassafras-associated insects. literature abstract metadata