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Pinellia ternata

Pinellia ternata

Pinellia ternata, also known as Ban Xia in traditional Chinese medicine, is a plant traditionally used in East Asian herbal practices for various conditions. While its specific traditional uses are not extensively documented, it has been studied for its potential therapeutic properties. Scientific evidence suggests that JBX1, a heat-tolerant strain of Pinellia ternata, shows enhanced thermotolerance through metabolic adjustments under heat stress. Additionally, research indicates that leaf shape variation in the plant is regulated by hormones, particularly auxins (IAA), and is associated with differences in gene expression among leaf types. The study also identified potential targets for its anti-lung cancer activity, including FGFR4, CDK2, JAK2, KDR, PAK4, PTK2, and PDGFRA, based on in-silico predictions. Furthermore, key genes involved in the alkaloid synthesis pathway of Pinellia ternata have been identified, providing insights into its biosynthesis mechanism. Safety records for Pinellia ternata show no major issues recorded, and there are currently no reported drug interactions associated with its use.

De un vistazo
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

  • JBX1, un genotipo de Pinellia ternata tolerante al calor, muestra una tolerancia térmica basal aumentada a través de ajustes metabólicos coordinados y reprogramación dinámica bajo estrés térmico. D PMID
  • El estudio identificó posibles objetivos como FGFR4, CDK2, JAK2, KDR, PAK4, PTK2 y PDGFRA para la actividad antitumoral de Pinellia ternata mediante métodos in silico. D PMID
  • El estudio mostró que la variación en la forma de las hojas de Pinellia ternata se regula por hormonas, especialmente la IAA, y está asociada con diferencias en la expresión génica entre los tipos de hoja. D PMID
  • The study identified key genes involved in alkaloid synthesis in Pinellia ternata, providing insights into its alkaloid biosynthesis pathway. D PMID

Frequently asked questions

What is Pinellia ternata?

Pinellia ternata (Pinellia ternata) 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 Pinellia ternata?

4 sourced findings are recorded for Pinellia ternata; the strongest carries evidence grade D. For example: JBX1, un genotipo de Pinellia ternata tolerante al calor, muestra una tolerancia térmica basal aumentada a través de ajustes metabólicos coordinados y reprogramación dinámica bajo estrés térmico.

How strong is the evidence for Pinellia ternata?

The strongest finding for Pinellia ternata carries evidence grade D — preliminary or traditional. Grades run A (strongest) to D (preliminary or traditional).

Is Pinellia ternata safe? What are the side effects?

No major safety issues are recorded for Pinellia ternata in our sources, but the data may be incomplete. Consult a qualified professional before use.

Does Pinellia ternata interact with medications?

No drug interactions are recorded for Pinellia ternata in our sources. This does not rule them out — check with a pharmacist.

Is Pinellia ternata 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

  1. T2 Identification and functional verification of key genes involved in alkaloid biosynthesis in Pinellia ternata. literature abstract metadata
  2. T2 In-silico prediction of multi‑target mechanisms of Pinellia ternata phytochemicals in lung cancer: Evidence from a graph‑attention‑guided virtual screening and multi‑scale simulations. literature abstract metadata
  3. T2 Phytohormone and transcriptome analyses unravel the molecular mechanisms of heterophylly in Pinellia ternata. literature abstract metadata
  4. T2 Integrated Metabolomic and Transcriptomic Analyses Reveal the Differential Molecular Mechanisms Underlying Heat Stress Responses in Two Pinellia ternata Germplasms. literature abstract metadata