Scorzonera humilis
Scorzonera humilis
Scorzonera humilis is a plant traditionally used in no known medical traditions. The scientific evidence available indicates that it hosts arbuscular mycorrhiza and contains tyrolobibenzyls A-F, with tyrolobibenzyl D isolated from the plant. Studies have not found significant cytotoxic, antibacterial, or antifungal activities for these compounds. Reproductive studies suggest that Scorzonera humilis is pollen-limited, with seed set increasing after hand-pollination, indicating sensitivity to inbreeding and reduced reproductive success in fragmented populations. No major safety issues 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
- The study reports arbuscular mycorrhiza in Scorzonera humilis for the first time, among other plant species in Norwegian boreal grasslands.
- Tyrolobibenzyls A-F were identified only in Scorzonera humilis among the analyzed samples.
- The study found that Scorzonera humilis is pollen-limited, with seed set increasing after hand-pollination, suggesting sensitivity to inbreeding and reduced reproductive success in fragmented populations.
- The study isolated tyrolobibenzyl D from Scorzonera humilis but found no significant cytotoxic, antibacterial, or antifungal activities for this compound or related derivatives.
Frequently asked questions
What is Scorzonera humilis?
Scorzonera humilis (Scorzonera humilis) 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 Scorzonera humilis?
4 sourced findings are recorded for Scorzonera humilis; the strongest carries evidence grade D. For example: The study reports arbuscular mycorrhiza in Scorzonera humilis for the first time, among other plant species in Norwegian boreal grasslands.
How strong is the evidence for Scorzonera humilis?
The strongest finding for Scorzonera humilis carries evidence grade D — preliminary or traditional. Grades run A (strongest) to D (preliminary or traditional).
Is Scorzonera humilis safe? What are the side effects?
No major safety issues are recorded for Scorzonera humilis in our sources, but the data may be incomplete. Consult a qualified professional before use.
Does Scorzonera humilis interact with medications?
No drug interactions are recorded for Scorzonera humilis in our sources. This does not rule them out — check with a pharmacist.
What are the common names of Scorzonera humilis?
Scorzonera humilis is also known as: Козелец приземистый.
Is Scorzonera humilis 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 Mycorrhizal plants of traditionally managed boreal grasslands in Norway. literature abstract metadata
- T2 Structure of tyrolobibenzyl D and biological activity of tyrolobibenzyls from Scorzonera humilis. literature abstract metadata
- T2 Tyrolobibenzyls E and F from Scorzonera humilis and distribution of caffeic acid derivatives, lignans and tyrolobibenzyls in European taxa of the subtribe Scorzonerinae (Lactuceae, Asteraceae). literature abstract metadata
- T2 Effects of pollen quantity and quality on reproduction and offspring vigor in the rare plant Scorzonera humilis (Asteraceae). literature abstract metadata