Climbing Swamp fern
Stenochlaena palustris
Stenochlaena palustris, a plant traditionally used in Asian medicine for treating fever, skin diseases, and ulcers, is gaining scientific interest. Extracts from this plant have shown antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties, supporting its traditional uses. Research indicates that incorporating Stenochlaena palustris powder into date-based energy bars can enhance the nutritional profile by increasing fibre, ash, and protein content, along with higher mineral levels in fortified formulations. The ethanolic extract of Stenochlaena palustris has demonstrated strong quorum quenching activity against Pseudomonas aeruginosa, potentially reducing biofilm formation and LasA activity. While no significant safety concerns or drug interactions have been reported, further research is needed to fully understand its potential benefits and applications.
- Traditionally for
- fever · skin diseases
- Traditions
- traditional
- Best evidence
- D
- Cautions
- —
Informational only. Traditional use does not mean proven effectiveness. Evidence and safety vary — check the cited sources.
Traditional use
- fever
- skin diseases
- ulcers
What the science says
- Stenochlaena palustris extracts have been found to exhibit antioxidant and anti-inflammatory activities, consistent with traditional uses.
- Incorporating Stenochlaena palustris powder into dates-based energy bars increased dietary fibre, ash, and protein content, with higher mineral levels in fortified formulations.
- The ethanolic extract of Stenochlaena palustris showed strong quorum quenching activity against Pseudomonas aeruginosa, reducing biofilm formation and LasA activity.
- The study found that Stenochlaena palustris residues can be effectively pyrolyzed to produce bioenergy and chemicals, with optimal conditions varying by temperature.
Frequently asked questions
What is Climbing Swamp fern?
Climbing Swamp fern (Stenochlaena palustris) is a plant documented in FolkKB's traditional-medicine reference, drawn from sourced literature and cross-checked against the evidence.
What is Climbing Swamp fern traditionally used for?
Traditional sources record Climbing Swamp fern for: fever, skin diseases, ulcers. This reflects traditional use, not a proven medical treatment.
Which traditions use Climbing Swamp fern?
Climbing Swamp fern appears in these traditions in our sources: traditional.
What does the scientific evidence say about Climbing Swamp fern?
4 sourced findings are recorded for Climbing Swamp fern; the strongest carries evidence grade D. For example: Stenochlaena palustris extracts have been found to exhibit antioxidant and anti-inflammatory activities, consistent with traditional uses.
How strong is the evidence for Climbing Swamp fern?
The strongest finding for Climbing Swamp fern carries evidence grade D — preliminary or traditional. Grades run A (strongest) to D (preliminary or traditional).
Is Climbing Swamp fern safe? What are the side effects?
No major safety issues are recorded for Climbing Swamp fern in our sources, but the data may be incomplete. Consult a qualified professional before use.
Does Climbing Swamp fern interact with medications?
No drug interactions are recorded for Climbing Swamp fern in our sources. This does not rule them out — check with a pharmacist.
What are the common names of Climbing Swamp fern?
Climbing Swamp fern is also known as: Стенохлена болотная.
Is Climbing Swamp fern 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 The traditional utilization, biological activity and chemical composition of edible fern species. literature abstract metadata
- T2 Sustainable valorization of Stenochlaena palustris residues to bioenergy and green chemicals via pyrolysis: thermal decomposition, kinetic analysis, and product distributions. literature abstract metadata
- T2 Quorum Quenching Potential of the Indigenous Kalimantan Fern Stenochlaena palustris Against Pseudomonas aeruginosa. literature abstract metadata
- T2 Physicochemical and nutritional characteristics of an underutilised edible fern (Stenochlaena palustris) incorporated into a dates-based food matrix. literature abstract metadata
- T3 Stenochlaena palustris CC BY-SA 4.0