Cape Spinach
Rumex hypogaeus
- 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
- Rumex hypogaeus colonised the crop along with other weed species in the study, but its invasiveness was not specifically highlighted compared to others.
- The fruit methanol extract of Emex australis showed high phenolic content and significant antioxidant and enzyme inhibitory activities.
- Southern threecornerjack produces both aerial and subterranean seeds, with subterranean seeds forming earlier in development but in smaller numbers compared to aerial seeds.
- Rumex hypogaeus emerged later than the wheat crop and had lower survival rates to seed production compared to Bromus diandrus and Lolium rigidum.
Frequently asked questions
What is Cape Spinach?
Cape Spinach (Rumex hypogaeus) 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 Cape Spinach?
4 sourced findings are recorded for Cape Spinach; the strongest carries evidence grade D. For example: Rumex hypogaeus colonised the crop along with other weed species in the study, but its invasiveness was not specifically highlighted compared to others.
How strong is the evidence for Cape Spinach?
The strongest finding for Cape Spinach carries evidence grade D — preliminary or traditional. Grades run A (strongest) to D (preliminary or traditional).
Is Cape Spinach safe? What are the side effects?
No major safety issues are recorded for Cape Spinach in our sources, but the data may be incomplete. Consult a qualified professional before use.
Does Cape Spinach interact with medications?
No drug interactions are recorded for Cape Spinach in our sources. This does not rule them out — check with a pharmacist.
Is Cape Spinach 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 Invasiveness of agronomic weed species in wheat in Western Australia literature abstract metadata
- T2 Comparison of growth, survivorship, seed production and shedding of eight weed species in a wheat crop in Western Australia literature abstract metadata
- T2 Phytochemical composition and in -vitro pharmacological evaluation of Emex australis Steinh: A natural source of enzyme inhibitors literature abstract metadata
- T2 Subterranean and aerial seed production of southern threecornerjack (Emex australis) literature abstract metadata