Piper sarmentosum

Piper sarmentosum

Piper sarmentosum is a plant traditionally associated with certain regions but lacks specific traditional medicinal uses. Scientific evidence suggests that leaf extracts of Piper sarmentosum may have benefits in improving immunity and antioxidant capacity under heat stress conditions, as observed in broilers. Additionally, studies indicate potential metabolic improvements by modulating gut microbiota-derived compounds in obese mice. The plant's extracts can also enhance the toxicity and neurophysiological effects of natural pyrethrins in mosquitoes, highlighting its possible pesticidal properties. While metabolite profiling has identified 1,073 compounds, including differences in alkaloid and flavonoid biosynthesis pathways between P. longum and P. sarmentosum, no major safety concerns or recorded drug interactions have been noted thus far.

At a glance
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

  • Piper sarmentosum leaf extract supplementation partially reversed the negative effects of heat stress on broiler immunity and antioxidant capacity. D PMID
  • PSDF from Piper sarmentosum leaves improved glucose and lipid metabolism in obese mice by modulating gut microbiota-derived cis-11-eicosenoic acid. D PMID
  • Piper sarmentosum extracts, like black pepper and Sichuan pepper, can enhance the toxicity and neurophysiological effects of natural pyrethrins in mosquitoes. D PMID
  • The study identified 1,073 metabolites in P. longum and P. sarmentosum, highlighting differences in the accumulation of alkaloid and flavonoid biosynthesis pathway components. D PMID

Frequently asked questions

What is Piper sarmentosum?

Piper sarmentosum (Piper sarmentosum) 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 Piper sarmentosum?

4 sourced findings are recorded for Piper sarmentosum; the strongest carries evidence grade D. For example: Piper sarmentosum leaf extract supplementation partially reversed the negative effects of heat stress on broiler immunity and antioxidant capacity.

How strong is the evidence for Piper sarmentosum?

The strongest finding for Piper sarmentosum carries evidence grade D — preliminary or traditional. Grades run A (strongest) to D (preliminary or traditional).

Is Piper sarmentosum safe? What are the side effects?

No major safety issues are recorded for Piper sarmentosum in our sources, but the data may be incomplete. Consult a qualified professional before use.

Does Piper sarmentosum interact with medications?

No drug interactions are recorded for Piper sarmentosum in our sources. This does not rule them out — check with a pharmacist.

What are the common names of Piper sarmentosum?

Piper sarmentosum is also known as: Лолот, Poivrier sarmenteux, Bétel marron.

Is Piper sarmentosum 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

  1. T2 The antioxidant function of Piper sarmentosum Roxb. alcoholic extract in heat-stressed broilers. literature abstract metadata
  2. T2 Comparison of metabolite differences and pharmacologically active constituents between Piper longum and Piper sarmentosum based on non-targeted metabolomics. literature abstract metadata
  3. T2 Pepper Constituents Enhance the Toxicity and Neurophysiological Effects of Natural Pyrethrins in Insects. literature abstract metadata
  4. T2 Soluble dietary fiber from Piper sarmentosum Roxb. leaves modulates gut microbiota-derived cis-11-eicosenoic acid to regulate lipid metabolism. literature abstract metadata