Pandanus tectorius
Pandanus tectorius
Pandanus tectorius, commonly known as thatched screwpine or pandan, is a plant native to tropical and subtropical regions of the world. Traditionally, its use has not been extensively documented in any specific medical traditions. Scientific evidence suggests potential benefits, including significant inhibition of virulence factor production and biofilm formation in Chromobacterium violaceum by leaf extracts at sub-MIC concentrations. Additionally, flupyradifurone and buprofezin derived from Pandanus tectorius have shown effectiveness in reducing hala scale infestations and improving plant health. In cell culture studies, PTF (presumably a derivative or extract) improved cell viability and reduced oxidative stress in high glucose-induced Schwann cells by activating the Nrf2/Keap1 signaling pathway. Phenolic- and saponin-rich fractions from fruit extracts also exhibited varying bioactivities upon optimization. Safety concerns are minimal with no major issues recorded, and there have been no reported drug interactions as of current research findings.
- 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
- Flupiridofurona y buprofesina mostraron efectividad en reducir las infestaciones de la hala y mejorar la salud de los plantas.
- El extracto de hoja de Pandanus tectorius inhibió significativamente la biosíntesis de factores virulentos y la formación de biofilmos en Chromobacterium violaceum a concentraciones sub-MIC.
- PTF mejoró la viabilidad celular y redujo el estrés oxidativo en células de Schwann inducidas por un alto nivel de glucosa al activar el camino de señalización Nrf2/Keap1.
- La optimización de la extracción del fruto de Pandanus tectorius produjo fracciones ricas en fenoles y sapónidos con actividades biológicas variables.
Frequently asked questions
What is Pandanus tectorius?
Pandanus tectorius (Pandanus tectorius) 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 Pandanus tectorius?
4 sourced findings are recorded for Pandanus tectorius; the strongest carries evidence grade D. For example: Flupiridofurona y buprofesina mostraron efectividad en reducir las infestaciones de la hala y mejorar la salud de los plantas.
How strong is the evidence for Pandanus tectorius?
The strongest finding for Pandanus tectorius carries evidence grade D — preliminary or traditional. Grades run A (strongest) to D (preliminary or traditional).
Is Pandanus tectorius safe? What are the side effects?
No major safety issues are recorded for Pandanus tectorius in our sources, but the data may be incomplete. Consult a qualified professional before use.
Does Pandanus tectorius interact with medications?
No drug interactions are recorded for Pandanus tectorius in our sources. This does not rule them out — check with a pharmacist.
Is Pandanus tectorius 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 Field evaluation of organic and synthetic insecticides against the hala scale, Thysanococcus pandani (Hemiptera: Halimococcidae), on Maui, Hawaii. literature abstract metadata
- T2 Pandanus tectorius fruits attenuated cell injury and oxidative stress in high glucose-induced Schwann cells by activating Nrf2/Keap1 signaling pathway. literature abstract metadata
- T2 Quorum quenching mediated virulence factor impairment by Pandanus tectorius leaf extract against Chromobacterium violaceum. literature abstract metadata
- T2 Optimization of Phenolic- and Saponin-Enriched Extraction From Pandanus tectorius Fruit Using Box-Behnken Design and Evaluation of Their Bioactivities. literature abstract metadata