Euphorbia esula
Euphorbia esula
Euphorbia esula, commonly known as slender spurge, is a plant native to Europe, Asia, and North America. While traditionally used in some herbal practices for various purposes, no specific traditional uses have been recorded. Scientifically, Euphorbia esula has shown larvicidal activity against sheep gastrointestinal nematode larvae, with ≥90% mortality observed at 48 hours using a higher dose. Additionally, the plant contains two new chemical constituents and nine known ones, some of which exhibit anti-inflammatory properties. Six new sesquiterpene esters were identified from Euphorbia esula, showing potential anti-inflammatory and cytotoxic effects. The ecological importance of this plant is recognized for its role in maintaining community function in artificial sand-fixing forests. No major safety issues or drug interactions have been reported to date.
- Mejor evidencia
- D
- Precauciones
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Solo información. El uso tradicional no significa eficacia probada. La evidencia y la seguridad varían — consulte las fuentes citadas.
Lo que dice la ciencia
- The study identified two new chemical constituents and nine known ones from Euphorbia esula, some of which showed anti-inflammatory activity.
- Euphorbia esula demostró actividad larvicida contra las larvas de nematodos gastrointestinal del ovejo in vitro, mostrando un porcentaje de mortalidad ≥90% en 48 horas con una dosis más alta.
- Se identificaron seis nuevos ésteres sesquiterpénicos en Euphorbia esula junto con análogos conocidos, mostrando algunas actividades antiinflamatorias y citotóxicas.
- El estudio encontró que Euphorbia esula tiene un nicho ecológico amplio y un alto valor de mantenimiento de la función comunitaria.
Frequently asked questions
What is Euphorbia esula?
Euphorbia esula (Euphorbia esula) 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 Euphorbia esula?
4 sourced findings are recorded for Euphorbia esula; the strongest carries evidence grade D. For example: The study identified two new chemical constituents and nine known ones from Euphorbia esula, some of which showed anti-inflammatory activity.
How strong is the evidence for Euphorbia esula?
The strongest finding for Euphorbia esula carries evidence grade D — preliminary or traditional. Grades run A (strongest) to D (preliminary or traditional).
Is Euphorbia esula safe? What are the side effects?
No major safety issues are recorded for Euphorbia esula in our sources, but the data may be incomplete. Consult a qualified professional before use.
Does Euphorbia esula interact with medications?
No drug interactions are recorded for Euphorbia esula in our sources. This does not rule them out — check with a pharmacist.
What are the common names of Euphorbia esula?
Euphorbia esula is also known as: Молочай острый, Euphorbe ésule.
Is Euphorbia esula 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 Sesquiterpenoids from Euphorbia esula L. literature abstract metadata
- T2 Chemical Constituents from Euphorbia esula. literature abstract metadata
- T2 Niche, Interspecific Association and Community Stability of Understory Vegetation in Artificial Sand-Fixing Forests of the Mu Us Sandy Land. literature abstract metadata
- T2 Larvicidal activity of antiparasitic plant extracts against ovine gastrointestinal nematodes: an in vitro study. literature abstract metadata