Foetid Meadow-rue
Thalictrum foetidum
Thalictrum foetidum, commonly known as stinking baneberry or fetid meadowrue, is a plant traditionally used in Pakistan for treating domestic animals. While its use in human medicine has not been extensively documented, scientific studies have shown potential benefits. In vitro research indicated that Thalictrum foetidum extracts may alleviate Parkinson-like symptoms by improving motor function and reducing oxidative stress, though the effects varied with dose. Additionally, the plant demonstrated significant cytotoxic activity against certain cancer cell lines in vitro, suggesting possible anti-cancer properties. However, further investigation is required to confirm these findings. No major safety issues or drug interactions have been recorded for Thalictrum foetidum, but caution should still be exercised due to its strong potency and potential effects.
- 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
- AETF showed potential in alleviating Parkinson-like symptoms by improving motor function and reducing oxidative stress, though effects varied with dose.
- The study found that Thalictrum foetidum extracts showed cytotoxic activity against human skin cancer cell lines in vitro, but further investigation was needed.
- Thalictrum foetidum was among the 474 plant species recorded for use in treating domestic animals in Pakistan.
- Thalictrum foetidum root extract showed significant cytotoxic activity against certain cancer cell lines in this study.
Frequently asked questions
What is Foetid Meadow-rue?
Foetid Meadow-rue (Thalictrum foetidum) 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 Foetid Meadow-rue?
4 sourced findings are recorded for Foetid Meadow-rue; the strongest carries evidence grade D. For example: AETF showed potential in alleviating Parkinson-like symptoms by improving motor function and reducing oxidative stress, though effects varied with dose.
How strong is the evidence for Foetid Meadow-rue?
The strongest finding for Foetid Meadow-rue carries evidence grade D — preliminary or traditional. Grades run A (strongest) to D (preliminary or traditional).
Is Foetid Meadow-rue safe? What are the side effects?
No major safety issues are recorded for Foetid Meadow-rue in our sources, but the data may be incomplete. Consult a qualified professional before use.
Does Foetid Meadow-rue interact with medications?
No drug interactions are recorded for Foetid Meadow-rue in our sources. This does not rule them out — check with a pharmacist.
What are the common names of Foetid Meadow-rue?
Foetid Meadow-rue is also known as: Василистник вонючий, Pigamon fetide.
Is Foetid Meadow-rue 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 Comparison of Anticancer Activity and HPLC-DAD Determination of Selected Isoquinoline Alkaloids from Thalictrum foetidum, Berberis sp. and Chelidonium majus Extracts. literature abstract metadata
- T2 Ethnoveterinary plants of Pakistan: a review. literature abstract metadata
- T2 Determination of Some Isoquinoline Alkaloids in Extracts Obtained from Selected Plants of the Ranunculaceae, Papaveraceae and Fumarioideae Families by Liquid Chromatography and In Vitro and In Vivo Investigations of Their Cytotoxic Activity literature abstract metadata
- T2 Pharmacological Assessment of Aqueous Ethanolic Extract of Thalictrum Foetidum Against Haloperidol-Induced Parkinson's Like Symptoms in Animal Model: A Dose-Dependent Study With Mechanistic Approach. literature abstract metadata