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Sarcostemma viminale

Sarcostemma viminale

Sarcostemma viminale is a plant species utilized within various traditional medicinal practices. It is traditionally employed as an alterative and to address conditions such as fever and thirst. Scientific observations suggest potential utility as a phytogenic feed additive for poultry and have recorded its antidiarrhoeal properties for the first time globally. While some related species show cytotoxicity against cancer cells, specific evidence for Sarcostemma viminale in this area is not provided. Regarding safety, poisoning in ostriches has resulted in muscular tremors and death, though no major human safety issues or drug interactions are currently recorded.

At a glance
Traditionally for
alterative · fever
Traditions
traditional · Western phytotherapy
Best evidence
D
Cautions
—

Informational only. Traditional use does not mean proven effectiveness. Evidence and safety vary — check the cited sources.

Traditional use

  • alterative traditional T3 DRDUKE
  • fever Western phytotherapy T3 DRDUKE
  • thirst traditional T3 DRDUKE

What the science says

  • Sarcostemma viminale was one of 14 plant species documented as potentially useful for developing poultry phytogenic feed additives. D PMID
  • Sarcostemma viminale is one of four plants recorded globally for the first time as having antidiarrhoeal properties. D PMID
  • Sarcostemma viminale poisoning in ostriches resulted in symptoms including beak patting, muscular tremors, and head flopping before death. D PMID
  • Cynanchum viminale showed superior cytotoxicity against cancer cell lines compared to Pergularia daemia. D PMID

Frequently asked questions

What is Sarcostemma viminale?

Sarcostemma viminale (Sarcostemma viminale) is a plant documented in FolkKB's traditional-medicine reference, drawn from sourced literature and cross-checked against the evidence.

What is Sarcostemma viminale traditionally used for?

Traditional sources record Sarcostemma viminale for: alterative, fever, thirst. This reflects traditional use, not a proven medical treatment.

Which traditions use Sarcostemma viminale?

Sarcostemma viminale appears in these traditions in our sources: traditional, Western phytotherapy.

What does the scientific evidence say about Sarcostemma viminale?

4 sourced findings are recorded for Sarcostemma viminale; the strongest carries evidence grade D. For example: Sarcostemma viminale was one of 14 plant species documented as potentially useful for developing poultry phytogenic feed additives.

How strong is the evidence for Sarcostemma viminale?

The strongest finding for Sarcostemma viminale carries evidence grade D — preliminary or traditional. Grades run A (strongest) to D (preliminary or traditional).

Is Sarcostemma viminale safe? What are the side effects?

No major safety issues are recorded for Sarcostemma viminale in our sources, but the data may be incomplete. Consult a qualified professional before use.

Does Sarcostemma viminale interact with medications?

No drug interactions are recorded for Sarcostemma viminale in our sources. This does not rule them out — check with a pharmacist.

Is Sarcostemma viminale 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

  1. T3 Dr. Duke's Ethnobotanical Database public domain (USDA ARS — attribute Dr. Duke's)
  2. T2 Poisoning in ostriches following ingestion of toxic plants--field observations. literature abstract metadata
  3. T2 Medicinal plants used for the treatment of diarrhoea in northern Maputaland, KwaZulu-Natal Province, South Africa. literature abstract metadata
  4. T2 Ethnoveterinary Remedies Used in Avian Complementary Medicine in Selected Communal Areas in Zimbabwe. literature abstract metadata
  5. T2 A comparative analysis of bioactive phytochemicals in Cynanchum viminale (L.) L. and Pergularia daemia (Forssk.) Chiov. from Saudi Arabian folk medicine. literature abstract metadata