sand plantain
Plantago indica
Plantago indica is an herb traditionally used in Ayurvedic medicine but lacks specific traditional uses documented in other traditions. Scientific evidence suggests that feruloyl gardoside from Plantago indica exhibits significant anti-inflammatory activity by reducing nitric oxide (NO) levels in vitro, and Shizhi Fang treatment alleviates pathological damage and improves biochemical markers in uric acid nephropathy mice through multiple targets and pathways. While the study involving Odontites luteus showed potential as a biocontrol agent by reducing Sporobolus cryptandrus biomass, it is unrelated to Plantago indica's properties. Standardized protocols for determining seed mucilage presence have been established to address variability across studies. No major safety issues or drug interactions have been recorded for Plantago indica.
- 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
- SZF treatment alleviated pathological damage and improved biochemical markers in uric acid nephropathy mice compared to the model group.
- Odontites luteus reduces Sporobolus cryptandrus biomass by approximately 50%, similar to its effect on native Festuca vaginata.
- Feruloyl gardoside from Plantago indica showed significant anti-inflammatory activity by reducing NO levels in vitro.
- The study provides standardized protocols for determining seed mucilage presence, aiming to enhance consistency across future research.
- The study identified 208 plant species from 81 families used in traditional Persian medicine for diabetes treatment.
Frequently asked questions
What is sand plantain?
sand plantain (Plantago indica) 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 sand plantain?
5 sourced findings are recorded for sand plantain; the strongest carries evidence grade D. For example: SZF treatment alleviated pathological damage and improved biochemical markers in uric acid nephropathy mice compared to the model group.
How strong is the evidence for sand plantain?
The strongest finding for sand plantain carries evidence grade D — preliminary or traditional. Grades run A (strongest) to D (preliminary or traditional).
Is sand plantain safe? What are the side effects?
No major safety issues are recorded for sand plantain in our sources, but the data may be incomplete. Consult a qualified professional before use.
Does sand plantain interact with medications?
No drug interactions are recorded for sand plantain in our sources. This does not rule them out — check with a pharmacist.
What are the common names of sand plantain?
sand plantain is also known as: Подорожник песчаный, plantain des sables.
Is sand plantain 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 How to Test for Seed Mucilage to Examine an Age-Old Question: A Response to Ladwig and Lucas (2024). literature abstract metadata
- T2 Diabetes and traditional remedies in Medieval Persia: a historical perspective. literature abstract metadata
- T2 Network pharmacology combined with ultra-high-performance liquid chromatography-quadrupole time-of-flight mass spectrometry method to explore the mechanism of Shizhi Fang in treating uric acid nephropathy mice. literature abstract metadata
- T2 Bioactive Metabolites from Aerial Parts of Plantago indica L.: Structural Elucidation and Integrated In Vitro/In Vivo Assessment of Anti-Inflammatory and Wound-Healing Efficacy. literature abstract metadata
- T2 Promising biocontrol effects of a native hemiparasitic plant against a non-native C4 grass. literature abstract metadata