Creeping Cinquefoil
Potentilla reptans
Potentilla reptans is a plant traditionally unrecorded for medicinal use in any specific tradition. Scientific evidence has shown that it exhibits high chymotrypsin inhibitory activity, with the n-hexane fraction demonstrating particularly strong inhibition at 92.90%. The plant's growth was found to be insensitive to mineral fertilization but benefited from compost application, while excessive fertilization could negatively impact its physiological status. Potentilla reptans also showed enhanced antiviral activity when used in liposomal nanocarriers against HCoV-OC43 in vitro. However, no significant safety concerns 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
- Potentilla reptans showed high chymotrypsin inhibitory activity, with the n-hexane fraction exhibiting 92.90% inhibition.
- The study found that liposomal nanocarriers loaded with Potentilla reptans extract showed enhanced antiviral activity against HCoV-OC43 in vitro compared to naked extracts.
- P. reptans was insensitive to mineral fertilization, but compost improved its growth, while excessive fertilization impaired T. medium's growth and physiological status.
- Potentilla reptans and Fragaria viridis exhibited different resource translocation strategies under light heterogeneity, with P. reptans not supporting shaded mother ramets.
Frequently asked questions
What is Creeping Cinquefoil?
Creeping Cinquefoil (Potentilla reptans) 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 Creeping Cinquefoil?
4 sourced findings are recorded for Creeping Cinquefoil; the strongest carries evidence grade D. For example: Potentilla reptans showed high chymotrypsin inhibitory activity, with the n-hexane fraction exhibiting 92.90% inhibition.
How strong is the evidence for Creeping Cinquefoil?
The strongest finding for Creeping Cinquefoil carries evidence grade D — preliminary or traditional. Grades run A (strongest) to D (preliminary or traditional).
Is Creeping Cinquefoil safe? What are the side effects?
No major safety issues are recorded for Creeping Cinquefoil in our sources, but the data may be incomplete. Consult a qualified professional before use.
Does Creeping Cinquefoil interact with medications?
No drug interactions are recorded for Creeping Cinquefoil in our sources. This does not rule them out — check with a pharmacist.
What are the common names of Creeping Cinquefoil?
Creeping Cinquefoil is also known as: Лапчатка ползучая.
Is Creeping Cinquefoil 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 Strategies of resource sharing in clonal plants: a conceptual model and an example of contrasting strategies in two closely related species. literature abstract metadata
- T2 Anti-Coronavirus Activity of Chitosan-Stabilized Liposomal Nanocarriers Loaded with Natural Extracts from Bulgarian Flora. literature abstract metadata
- T2 Screening Study on Serine Protease Inhibitory Activity of 10 Plant Species. literature abstract metadata
- T2 Substrate composition evaluation for urban green infrastructure planted with calcareous grassland dicotyledonous species. literature abstract metadata