European Pasqueflower
Pulsatilla vulgaris
Pulsatilla vulgaris, commonly known as Pasque flower or Prickly-thistle, is a traditional European plant with roots in herbal medicine and folklore. It has been used historically for various ailments but lacks specific recorded traditional uses. Scientific studies have shown that tetraploid P. vulgaris likely originated from hybridization between diploid P. patens and another related species. The flowers contain notable amounts of steroids, and the root extract demonstrated inhibition of 12 signaling pathways in cervical cancer cells at a concentration of 40 µg/mL. However, the stability of compounds like protoanemonin in extracts decreases rapidly under certain storage conditions. To date, no major safety issues or drug interactions have been recorded for Pulsatilla vulgaris.
- 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 verified that tetraploid P. vulgaris likely originated from a hybridization event involving diploid P. patens and an as-yet-undetermined but related species.
- Pulsatilla vulgaris root extract inhibited 12 signaling pathways in cervical cancer cells at 40 µg/mL.
- The stability of protoanemonin in plant extracts from Helleborus niger and Pulsatilla vulgaris was found to decrease rapidly under certain storage conditions.
- P. vulgaris flowers contained the highest amount of steroids among analyzed plants (1.8 and 1.1 mg/g d.w.).
Frequently asked questions
What is European Pasqueflower?
European Pasqueflower (Pulsatilla vulgaris) 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 European Pasqueflower?
4 sourced findings are recorded for European Pasqueflower; the strongest carries evidence grade D. For example: The study verified that tetraploid P. vulgaris likely originated from a hybridization event involving diploid P. patens and an as-yet-undetermined but related species.
How strong is the evidence for European Pasqueflower?
The strongest finding for European Pasqueflower carries evidence grade D — preliminary or traditional. Grades run A (strongest) to D (preliminary or traditional).
Is European Pasqueflower safe? What are the side effects?
No major safety issues are recorded for European Pasqueflower in our sources, but the data may be incomplete. Consult a qualified professional before use.
Does European Pasqueflower interact with medications?
No drug interactions are recorded for European Pasqueflower in our sources. This does not rule them out — check with a pharmacist.
What are the common names of European Pasqueflower?
European Pasqueflower is also known as: Прострел обыкновенный, Anémone pulsatille.
Is European Pasqueflower 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 Stability of protoanemonin in plant extracts from Helleborus niger L. and Pulsatilla vulgaris Mill. literature abstract metadata
- T2 Pulsatilla vulgaris Inhibits Cancer Proliferation in Signaling Pathways of 12 Reporter Genes. literature abstract metadata
- T2 Flowers and Inflorescences of Selected Medicinal Plants as a Source of Triterpenoids and Phytosterols. literature abstract metadata
- T2 Intragenomic Polymorphism of 35S rDNA Internal Transcribed Spacers: Verification of the Hypothesis on the Hybridogenic Origin of Tetraploid Pulsatilla vulgaris. literature abstract metadata