arrow-weed
Pluchea sericea
Pluchea sericea is a plant traditionally found in various regions of Africa. While its use in traditional medicine has not been documented, studies have explored its ecological and physiological properties. Research indicates that Pluchea sericea does not show significant differences among treatments for mosquito mortality compared to other tested plants. In terms of drought tolerance, Tamarix ramosissima exhibited higher stem sap flow under early drought conditions but similar water use by late summer, suggesting better drought resistance compared to co-occurring native species. Pluchea sericea showed decreased leaf relative water content during low flow and increased stem water potential during high flow, differing from the hydric Schedonorous arundinaceus. Genetic variation among different provenances of Pluchea sericea was observed in phenotypes but not in inundation responses, with growth more influenced by inundation conditions and resource acquisition controlled by genotype. 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 found that Pluchea sericea showed no significant differences among treatments for mosquito mortality compared to other tested plants.
- Tamarix ramosissima showed higher stem sap flow under early drought conditions but similar water use by late summer, suggesting better drought tolerance compared to co-occurring native species.
- Pluchea sericea showed decreased leaf relative water content during low flow and increased stem water potential during high flow, differing from the hydric Schedonorous arundinaceus.
- Shrubbery including Pluchea sericea could not be accurately distinguished from other species in the final vegetation map.
- Individuals of Pluchea sericea from different provenances showed variation in phenotypes but not in inundation responses, with growth more influenced by inundation and resource acquisition more controlled by genotype.
Frequently asked questions
What is arrow-weed?
arrow-weed (Pluchea sericea) 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 arrow-weed?
5 sourced findings are recorded for arrow-weed; the strongest carries evidence grade D. For example: The study found that Pluchea sericea showed no significant differences among treatments for mosquito mortality compared to other tested plants.
How strong is the evidence for arrow-weed?
The strongest finding for arrow-weed carries evidence grade D — preliminary or traditional. Grades run A (strongest) to D (preliminary or traditional).
Is arrow-weed safe? What are the side effects?
No major safety issues are recorded for arrow-weed in our sources, but the data may be incomplete. Consult a qualified professional before use.
Does arrow-weed interact with medications?
No drug interactions are recorded for arrow-weed in our sources. This does not rule them out — check with a pharmacist.
Is arrow-weed 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 Divergent physiological responses of hydric and mesic riparian plant species to a Colorado River experimental flow literature abstract metadata
- T2 Vegetation mapping for change detection on an arid-zone river. literature abstract metadata
- T2 Evaluation and Adaptation of Attractive Toxic Sugar Baits For Culex tarsalis and Culex quinquefasciatus Control In The Coachella Valley, Southern California. literature abstract metadata
- T2 Invasive capacity of Tamarix ramosissima in a Mojave Desert floodplain: the role of drought. literature abstract metadata
- T2 Provenance, genotype, and flooding influence growth and resource acquisition characteristics in a clonal, riparian shrub. literature abstract metadata