Chios mastictree
Pistacia lentiscus
Pistacia lentiscus, commonly known as mastic tree, is a traditional plant native to the Mediterranean region. Traditionally, it has not been extensively documented for medicinal use across various cultures. Scientific evidence suggests that hydro-methanol extracts from its leaves exhibit significant anti-inflammatory activity in both in vivo and in vitro settings, comparable to indomethacin. Additionally, novel triterpenoids isolated from mastic have shown moderate anti-inflammatory effects. The plant also demonstrates strong antioxidant and anti-aging properties with notable inhibitory effects on tyrosinase, elastase, and hyaluronidase. Safety concerns are currently minimal; no major issues or drug interactions have been recorded to date.
- 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
- A hydro-methanol extract from Pistacia lentiscus leaves showed significant in vivo and in vitro anti-inflammatory activity, comparable to indomethacin.
- Pistacia lentiscus ranked third in twig flammability and fourth in shoot flammability among five species tested.
- Two novel triterpenoids with cyclobutane moieties were isolated from mastic, showing moderate anti-inflammatory activity.
- An aqueous extract from Pistacia lentiscus leaf hydrodistillation residues showed strong antioxidant and anti-aging activities with significant inhibitory effects on tyrosinase, elastase, and hyaluronidase.
Frequently asked questions
What is Chios mastictree?
Chios mastictree (Pistacia lentiscus) 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 Chios mastictree?
4 sourced findings are recorded for Chios mastictree; the strongest carries evidence grade D. For example: A hydro-methanol extract from Pistacia lentiscus leaves showed significant in vivo and in vitro anti-inflammatory activity, comparable to indomethacin.
How strong is the evidence for Chios mastictree?
The strongest finding for Chios mastictree carries evidence grade D — preliminary or traditional. Grades run A (strongest) to D (preliminary or traditional).
Is Chios mastictree safe? What are the side effects?
No major safety issues are recorded for Chios mastictree in our sources, but the data may be incomplete. Consult a qualified professional before use.
Does Chios mastictree interact with medications?
No drug interactions are recorded for Chios mastictree in our sources. This does not rule them out — check with a pharmacist.
What are the common names of Chios mastictree?
Chios mastictree is also known as: Мастиковое дерево, Lentisque.
Is Chios mastictree 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 Two Triterpenoids with a Cyclobutane Moiety from Mastic: Structural Elucidation and Biological Evaluation. literature abstract metadata
- T2 Assessing the consistency of flammability indices across field and laboratory experimental tests for some Moroccan forest fuels. literature abstract metadata
- T2 Valorization of Pistacia lentiscus L. Hydrodistillation By-Products: Phytochemical Profile and Multitarget Anti-Aging Activity of an Aqueous Extract. literature abstract metadata
- T2 Mechanistic insights into the anti-inflammatory activity of Pistachia lentiscus extract: A combined in vivo, in vitro, and in silico investigation. literature abstract metadata