Bathurst Bur-weed
Argemone mexicana
Argemone mexicana, conocida comúnmente como papaíto mexicano o papaíto espinoso, es una planta medicinal tradicional nativa de México pero ampliamente distribuida en regiones tropicales y subtropicales. Su uso tradicional no ha sido documentado extensamente en diversas culturas; sin embargo, se ha empleado para aliviar el dolor y como emético en algunas prácticas folclóricas.
- Mejor evidencia
- D
- Precauciones
- —
Solo información. El uso tradicional no significa eficacia probada. La evidencia y la seguridad varían — consulte las fuentes citadas.
Lo que dice la ciencia
- Los extractos de hoja de Argemone mexicana mostraron una actividad antibacteriana moderada contra E. coli y una citotocicidad significativa en células de cáncer de mama, aunque se necesitan validaciones adicionales.
- Este estudio destaca el potencial de Argemone mexicana y sus compuestos derivados como agentes antitumorales regulando vías oncogénicas clave.
- El estudio mostró que los extractos de hoja y semilla de Argemone mexicana inhibieron la germinación del grano, el plumífero y la longitud de la raíz de trigo y cebada.
- El estudio identificó varios fitoquímicos, incluidos los de Argemone mexicana, como posibles inhibidores contra la proteasa NS2B-NS3 del virus del dengue mediante cribado virtual y acoplamiento.
Frequently asked questions
What is Bathurst Bur-weed?
Bathurst Bur-weed (Argemone mexicana) 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 Bathurst Bur-weed?
4 sourced findings are recorded for Bathurst Bur-weed; the strongest carries evidence grade D. For example: Los extractos de hoja de Argemone mexicana mostraron una actividad antibacteriana moderada contra E. coli y una citotocicidad significativa en células de cáncer de mama, aunque se necesitan validaciones adicionales.
How strong is the evidence for Bathurst Bur-weed?
The strongest finding for Bathurst Bur-weed carries evidence grade D — preliminary or traditional. Grades run A (strongest) to D (preliminary or traditional).
Is Bathurst Bur-weed safe? What are the side effects?
No major safety issues are recorded for Bathurst Bur-weed in our sources, but the data may be incomplete. Consult a qualified professional before use.
Does Bathurst Bur-weed interact with medications?
No drug interactions are recorded for Bathurst Bur-weed in our sources. This does not rule them out — check with a pharmacist.
What are the common names of Bathurst Bur-weed?
Bathurst Bur-weed is also known as: Argémone mexicaine.
Is Bathurst Bur-weed 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.
Fuentes
- T2 High-Throughput Virtual Screening of Phytochemicals From Indian Medicinal Plants for the Identification of Potential Inhibitors Against NS2B-NS3 Protease of Dengue Virus. literature abstract metadata
- T2 Invasive Argemone mexicana's suppressive effects on germination and early growth of Triticum aestivum and Hordeum vulgare in South-western Saudi Arabia. literature abstract metadata
- T2 Retrospection of Argemone mexicana and its Derived Analogs as a Futuristic Approach Exhibiting Anticancer Potential. literature abstract metadata
- T2 LC/MS-Based Phytochemical Profiling and Immunomodulatory Evaluation of Three Medicinal Plants With Anticancer and Antibacterial Activities. literature abstract metadata