Nymphaea ampla
Nymphaea ampla
Nymphaea ampla, conocida comúnmente como loto acuático, proviene de las prácticas medicinales tradicionales en Mesoamérica precolombina donde se utilizaba para sus efectos psicoactivos en rituales. Aunque no hay registros de usos tradicionales fuera de este contexto, la planta contiene polisacáridos sulfatados que han sido detectados pero aún no están asociados con beneficios o efectos adversos específicos a través de estudios científicos. Se sugiere que Nymphaea ampla, junto con los hongos, jugó un papel significativo como psicodélico ritual en las culturas mesoamericanas, aunque se necesitan más investigaciones para confirmar estos hallazgos. No se han reportado problemas de seguridad importantes o interacciones con medicamentos conocidas para esta planta.
- 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
- The abundance of Nymphaea ampla was found to best explain variation in shell crushing resistance among sites.
- The study suggests that Nymphaea ampla, along with mushrooms, may have been an important ritual psychogen in Mesoamerica.
- Se detectaron polisacáridos sulfatados en Nymphaea ampla, aunque el estudio no evaluó efectos en la salud.
- Nymphaea ampla, o loto acuático, se utilizaba por sus efectos psicoactivos en los rituales precolombinos de Mesoamérica.
Frequently asked questions
What is Nymphaea ampla?
Nymphaea ampla (Nymphaea ampla) 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 Nymphaea ampla?
4 sourced findings are recorded for Nymphaea ampla; the strongest carries evidence grade D. For example: The abundance of Nymphaea ampla was found to best explain variation in shell crushing resistance among sites.
How strong is the evidence for Nymphaea ampla?
The strongest finding for Nymphaea ampla carries evidence grade D — preliminary or traditional. Grades run A (strongest) to D (preliminary or traditional).
Is Nymphaea ampla safe? What are the side effects?
No major safety issues are recorded for Nymphaea ampla in our sources, but the data may be incomplete. Consult a qualified professional before use.
Does Nymphaea ampla interact with medications?
No drug interactions are recorded for Nymphaea ampla in our sources. This does not rule them out — check with a pharmacist.
Is Nymphaea ampla 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 Hallucinogenic drugs in pre-Columbian Mesoamerican cultures. literature abstract metadata
- T2 Freshwater plants synthesize sulfated polysaccharides: heterogalactans from Water Hyacinth (Eicchornia crassipes). literature abstract metadata
- T2 The effect of aquatic plant abundance on shell crushing resistance in a freshwater snail. literature abstract metadata
- T2 The mushroom and the water lily: literary and pictorial evidence for Nymphaea as a ritual psychotogen in Mesoamerica. literature abstract metadata