Cherokee rose
Rosa laevigata
Rosa laevigata is a plant species utilized within various traditional medicinal practices. It has been historically applied to address conditions such as diarrhea, dysentery, kidney complaints, and polyuria, while also serving as an astringent, carminative, and hair dye. Scientific investigations suggest that certain polysaccharides may influence gut microbiota and short-chain fatty acid levels, and triterpenoids from the roots have shown potential neuroprotective effects through antioxidant activity and acetylcholinesterase inhibition. However, much of the current research focuses on molecular mechanisms rather than clinical efficacy in humans. No major safety issues or notable drug interactions have been recorded.
- Traditionally for
- diarrhea · dysentery
- Traditions
- TCM
- Best evidence
- D
- Cautions
- —
Informational only. Traditional use does not mean proven effectiveness. Evidence and safety vary — check the cited sources.
Traditional use
- diarrhea
- dysentery
- alexiteric
- astringent
- carminative
- diuretic
- ejaculation
- enuresis
- hair-dye
- hypermicturition
- kidney complaints
- metroxenia
- polyuria
- prolapse
- spermatorrhea
What the science says
- Overexpression of RlTTG1 in Arabidopsis increased trichome number, root growth under stress, and seed germination rate while altering antioxidant levels.
- UAE achieved higher yields and better physicochemical properties compared to other methods for Rosa laevigata polysaccharide extraction.
- RLPs may influence gut microbiota composition, increasing SCFAs, which could contribute to systemic physiological regulation.
- The study identified triterpenoids from Rosa laevigata roots that showed potential neuroprotective effects through acetylcholinesterase inhibition and antioxidant activity.
Frequently asked questions
What is Cherokee rose?
Cherokee rose (Rosa laevigata) is a plant documented in FolkKB's traditional-medicine reference, drawn from sourced literature and cross-checked against the evidence.
What is Cherokee rose traditionally used for?
Traditional sources record Cherokee rose for: diarrhea, dysentery, alexiteric, astringent, carminative, diuretic. This reflects traditional use, not a proven medical treatment.
Which traditions use Cherokee rose?
Cherokee rose appears in these traditions in our sources: TCM.
What does the scientific evidence say about Cherokee rose?
4 sourced findings are recorded for Cherokee rose; the strongest carries evidence grade D. For example: Overexpression of RlTTG1 in Arabidopsis increased trichome number, root growth under stress, and seed germination rate while altering antioxidant levels.
How strong is the evidence for Cherokee rose?
The strongest finding for Cherokee rose carries evidence grade D — preliminary or traditional. Grades run A (strongest) to D (preliminary or traditional).
Is Cherokee rose safe? What are the side effects?
No major safety issues are recorded for Cherokee rose in our sources, but the data may be incomplete. Consult a qualified professional before use.
Does Cherokee rose interact with medications?
No drug interactions are recorded for Cherokee rose in our sources. This does not rule them out — check with a pharmacist.
What are the common names of Cherokee rose?
Cherokee rose is also known as: Роза гладкая.
Is Cherokee rose 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
- T3 Dr. Duke's Ethnobotanical Database public domain (USDA ARS — attribute Dr. Duke's)
- T2 Neuroprotective Effects of Triterpenoids From Rosa laevigata Root: Identification, Molecular Docking, and In Vitro Evaluation for Alzheimer's Disease Treatment. literature abstract metadata
- T2 Effects of Ultrasound-Assisted Extraction on Yield, Physicochemical Properties, and Structural Characterization of Rosa laevigata Polysaccharides: A Comparative Analysis with Five Conventional Methods. literature abstract metadata
- T2 Research progress on Rosa laevigata polysaccharides and perspectives on their potential mechanisms based on gut microbiota. literature abstract metadata
- T2 RlTTG1 isolated from Rosa laevigata Michx. regulates trichome development and stress response in transgenic Arabidopsis. literature abstract metadata