Phoebe tavoyana
Phoebe tavoyana
Phoebe tavoyana is a plant native to Southeast Asia. While traditional uses for this species are not documented, studies have isolated several compounds from its leaves, including roemerine, laurolitsine, boldine, and sebiferine, which demonstrated potent antiplasmodial activity. The scientific evidence suggests that these compounds may hold promise in the treatment of malaria, though further research is needed to confirm these findings. No major safety concerns or drug interactions have been reported for Phoebe tavoyana, indicating that it may be relatively safe when used appropriately.
- 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 isolated several compounds from Phoebe tavoyana leaves and found that roemerine, laurolitsine, boldine, and sebiferine showed potent antiplasmodial activity.
- The study resolved taxonomic delimitations within Phoebe legendrei and identified a new species, P. panzhihuaensis, contributing to Phoebe diversity assessment.
- The study established an LC-MS/MS method for determining laurolitsine concentrations in rats and described its pharmacokinetics, tissue distribution, and excretion.
- The study found that chloroplast genome analyses divided Chinese Phoebe species into three clades, suggesting they originated in Yunnan and spread southward.
Frequently asked questions
What is Phoebe tavoyana?
Phoebe tavoyana (Phoebe tavoyana) 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 Phoebe tavoyana?
4 sourced findings are recorded for Phoebe tavoyana; the strongest carries evidence grade D. For example: The study isolated several compounds from Phoebe tavoyana leaves and found that roemerine, laurolitsine, boldine, and sebiferine showed potent antiplasmodial activity.
How strong is the evidence for Phoebe tavoyana?
The strongest finding for Phoebe tavoyana carries evidence grade D — preliminary or traditional. Grades run A (strongest) to D (preliminary or traditional).
Is Phoebe tavoyana safe? What are the side effects?
No major safety issues are recorded for Phoebe tavoyana in our sources, but the data may be incomplete. Consult a qualified professional before use.
Does Phoebe tavoyana interact with medications?
No drug interactions are recorded for Phoebe tavoyana in our sources. This does not rule them out — check with a pharmacist.
Is Phoebe tavoyana 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 Aporphine alkaloids with in vitro antiplasmodial activity from the leaves of Phoebe tavoyana. literature abstract metadata
- T2 Study on the pharmacokinetics, tissue distribution and excretion of laurolitsine from Litsea glutinosa in Sprague-Dawley rats. literature abstract metadata
- T2 Comparative chloroplast genome analyses of diverse Phoebe (Lauraceae) species endemic to China provide insight into their phylogeographical origin. literature abstract metadata
- T2 Integrating phylogenomic and morphological evidence to solve the taxonomy of Phoebe legendrei (Lauraceae) and closely related species. literature abstract metadata