Bigleaf Periwinkle
Vinca major
Vinca major is a perennial plant used within various traditional medicine practices. It has been historically applied for treating bleeding, wounds, hypertension, and as an astringent or antilactogogue. Scientific evidence regarding its medicinal properties is limited; studies have focused on its photosynthetic stability, corolla tube symmetry, and lack of urease inhibition, but no data exists regarding its therapeutic efficacy in humans. No major safety issues or notable drug interactions have been recorded in the available literature. This information is for educational purposes only.
- Traditionally for
- bleeding · wounds
- Traditions
- Western phytotherapy · traditional
- Best evidence
- D
- Cautions
- —
Informational only. Traditional use does not mean proven effectiveness. Evidence and safety vary — check the cited sources.
Traditional use
- bleeding
- wounds
- antilactogogue
- astringent
- hypertension
What the science says
- The study found that woody plants like Vinca major showed lower variability in photosynthetic parameters under light gradients compared to herbaceous species.
- Some moths sequestered atropine from Atropa belladonna but not from Vinca major.
- The study found that the shapes of Vinca major's corolla tubes could be accurately described using simplified versions of the Gielis equation, indicating radial symmetry.
- Vinca major did not show any urease inhibition in the study.
Frequently asked questions
What is Bigleaf Periwinkle?
Bigleaf Periwinkle (Vinca major) is a plant documented in FolkKB's traditional-medicine reference, drawn from sourced literature and cross-checked against the evidence.
What is Bigleaf Periwinkle traditionally used for?
Traditional sources record Bigleaf Periwinkle for: bleeding, wounds, antilactogogue, astringent, hypertension. This reflects traditional use, not a proven medical treatment.
Which traditions use Bigleaf Periwinkle?
Bigleaf Periwinkle appears in these traditions in our sources: Western phytotherapy, traditional.
What does the scientific evidence say about Bigleaf Periwinkle?
4 sourced findings are recorded for Bigleaf Periwinkle; the strongest carries evidence grade D. For example: The study found that woody plants like Vinca major showed lower variability in photosynthetic parameters under light gradients compared to herbaceous species.
How strong is the evidence for Bigleaf Periwinkle?
The strongest finding for Bigleaf Periwinkle carries evidence grade D — preliminary or traditional. Grades run A (strongest) to D (preliminary or traditional).
Is Bigleaf Periwinkle safe? What are the side effects?
No major safety issues are recorded for Bigleaf Periwinkle in our sources, but the data may be incomplete. Consult a qualified professional before use.
Does Bigleaf Periwinkle interact with medications?
No drug interactions are recorded for Bigleaf Periwinkle in our sources. This does not rule them out — check with a pharmacist.
What are the common names of Bigleaf Periwinkle?
Bigleaf Periwinkle is also known as: Барвинок большой, Grande Pervenche.
Is Bigleaf Periwinkle 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
- T3 Dr. Duke's Ethnobotanical Database public domain (USDA ARS — attribute Dr. Duke's)
- T2 In vitro α-glycosidase and urease enzyme inhibition profile of some selected medicinal plants of Pakistan. literature abstract metadata
- T2 Quantifying the Variation in the Geometries of the Outer Rims of Corolla Tubes of Vinca major L. literature abstract metadata
- T2 Missed chances? Sequestration and non-sequestration of alkaloids by moths (Lepidoptera). literature abstract metadata
- T2 Photosynthetic Homeostasis Mechanism and Configuration Application of Woody Plants in Green Wall Under Light Gradients of Building Facades with Different Orientations. literature abstract metadata