Ravendale skullcap
Scutellaria nana
Scutellaria nana is a plant with origins that have not been extensively documented within traditional medicine practices. There are currently no specific traditional uses or traditions associated with its application. Scientific evidence primarily focuses on phylogenetic and taxonomic studies, confirming the classification of related taxa such as Ligusticum multivittatum and establishing new genera like Shanopeucedanum and Sinopeucedanum based on plastome analyses. The presence of adult H. nana and its extracellular vesicles (ESP) have been observed to enhance tuft cell and goblet cell numbers while promoting type 2 cytokine production in mouse intestines, though the broader implications for human health are not yet established. Safety concerns do not appear to be significant based on current data, with no major issues or drug interactions recorded.
- 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 found that taxa within the polyphyletic Peucedanum s.l. genus could be separated into two new genera, Shanopeucedanum and Sinopeucedanum.
- The study confirmed that Ligusticum multivittatum belongs to the genus Ligusticopsis based on phylogenetic and plastome analyses.
- The study corrected date errors in protologues for eighteen plant taxa from China.
- The presence of adult H. nana and its ESP enhances tuft cell and goblet cell numbers while promoting type 2 cytokine production in mouse intestines.
Frequently asked questions
What is Ravendale skullcap?
Ravendale skullcap (Scutellaria nana) 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 Ravendale skullcap?
4 sourced findings are recorded for Ravendale skullcap; the strongest carries evidence grade D. For example: The study found that taxa within the polyphyletic Peucedanum s.l. genus could be separated into two new genera, Shanopeucedanum and Sinopeucedanum.
How strong is the evidence for Ravendale skullcap?
The strongest finding for Ravendale skullcap carries evidence grade D — preliminary or traditional. Grades run A (strongest) to D (preliminary or traditional).
Is Ravendale skullcap safe? What are the side effects?
No major safety issues are recorded for Ravendale skullcap in our sources, but the data may be incomplete. Consult a qualified professional before use.
Does Ravendale skullcap interact with medications?
No drug interactions are recorded for Ravendale skullcap in our sources. This does not rule them out — check with a pharmacist.
Is Ravendale skullcap 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 Correction of Date Errors in the Protologues of Eighteen Taxon Names from China literature abstract metadata
- T2 Genome skimming provides evidence to accept two new genera (Apiaceae) separated from the Peucedanum s.l. literature abstract metadata
- T2 Adult Hymenolepis nana and its excretory-secretory products elicit mouse immune responses via tuft/IL-13 and FOXM1 signaling pathways. literature abstract metadata
- T2 Phylogenetic Analyses and Plastome Comparison to Confirm the Taxonomic Position of Ligusticum multivittatum (Apiaceae, Apioideae). literature abstract metadata