Golden-Eye
Viguiera dentata
Viguiera dentata, a plant native to certain regions of Mexico and Central America, has not been extensively utilized in traditional medicine. Scientific studies have shown that Viguiera dentata and Parthenium bipinnatifidum can accumulate arsenic but are not considered hyperaccumulators. There is no evidence suggesting these plants are used for medicinal purposes in any known traditions. The plant's foliage was observed to be selected by goats, though natural gastrointestinal nematode infection did not significantly influence this selection. Research has identified potential insecticidal properties from specific cycloartanes and ent-kaurenes found in Viguiera dentata against Spodoptera frugiperda; however, the strength of these findings is currently limited. No major safety issues or drug interactions have been recorded for Viguiera dentata to date.
- 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
- Viguiera dentata and Parthenium bipinnatifidum can accumulate arsenic but are not hyperaccumulators.
- Natural gastrointestinal nematode infection did not affect the foliage selection by goats in this study.
- The nocturnal shift in δ(13)C(l) varied among Viguiera dentata and other species during different seasons.
- Specific cycloartanes and ent-kaurenes from Viguiera dentata showed potential as insecticides against Spodoptera frugiperda.
Frequently asked questions
What is Golden-Eye?
Golden-Eye (Viguiera dentata) 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 Golden-Eye?
4 sourced findings are recorded for Golden-Eye; the strongest carries evidence grade D. For example: Viguiera dentata and Parthenium bipinnatifidum can accumulate arsenic but are not hyperaccumulators.
How strong is the evidence for Golden-Eye?
The strongest finding for Golden-Eye carries evidence grade D — preliminary or traditional. Grades run A (strongest) to D (preliminary or traditional).
Is Golden-Eye safe? What are the side effects?
No major safety issues are recorded for Golden-Eye in our sources, but the data may be incomplete. Consult a qualified professional before use.
Does Golden-Eye interact with medications?
No drug interactions are recorded for Golden-Eye in our sources. This does not rule them out — check with a pharmacist.
Is Golden-Eye 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 Heavy metals concentration in plants growing on mine tailings in Central Mexico. literature abstract metadata
- T2 Nocturnal and seasonal patterns of carbon isotope composition of leaf dark-respired carbon dioxide differ among dominant species in a semiarid savanna. literature abstract metadata
- T2 Gastrointestinal nematode infection does not affect selection of tropical foliage by goats in a cafeteria trial. literature abstract metadata
- T2 New Terpenoids from Viguiera dentata: In Silico Pesticide-Likeness Properties, Acetylcholinesterase Inhibition, Molecular Docking, and Evaluation against Spodoptera frugiperda. literature abstract metadata