Malayan Teak
Vitex pinnata
Vitex pinnata, also known as Indian lady's slipper or chaste tree, is a traditional medicinal plant primarily used in Ayurvedic and folk medicine practices. While its specific uses vary across different traditions, it has not been extensively documented for any particular ailments. Scientific evidence indicates that the plant contains ecdysteroids with varying concentrations found in young leaves and bark. A study identified 81 compounds in the bark lipophilic extract of Vitex pinnata, showing potential as an anti-TB agent with a MIC value of 62.5 µg/mL. Additionally, compound 1 from this plant demonstrated better antileishmanial activity than sodium antimonygluconate, suggesting enhanced NO generation and iNOS2 expression. The ethyl acetate fraction exhibited strong antioxidant and antibacterial activities, while methanolic extracts showed moderate wound healing potential. Safety records for Vitex pinnata indicate no major issues have been recorded. However, comprehensive safety data is limited, so caution should be exercised when using the plant. There are currently no reported drug interactions with Vitex pinnata; however, further research is needed to fully understand its effects and interactions.
- 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
- El estudio encontró niveles variables de ecísteroicos en diferentes partes de las especies de Vitex, con mayores concentraciones en hojas jóvenes y corteza.
- El estudio identificó 81 compuestos en el extracto lipofílico de la corteza de Vitex pinnata y encontró que muestra potencial como agente antituberculoso con un valor de MIC de 62,5 µg/mL.
- El compuesto 1 de Vitex pinnata mostró una actividad antileishmanial mejor que la del antimonio metagluconato con una generación de NO y expresión de iNOS2 aumentadas.
- El extracto etil acetato de Vitex pinnata mostró las actividades antioxidantes y antibacterianas más fuertes entre las fracciones probadas.
Frequently asked questions
What is Malayan Teak?
Malayan Teak (Vitex pinnata) 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 Malayan Teak?
4 sourced findings are recorded for Malayan Teak; the strongest carries evidence grade D. For example: El estudio encontró niveles variables de ecísteroicos en diferentes partes de las especies de Vitex, con mayores concentraciones en hojas jóvenes y corteza.
How strong is the evidence for Malayan Teak?
The strongest finding for Malayan Teak carries evidence grade D — preliminary or traditional. Grades run A (strongest) to D (preliminary or traditional).
Is Malayan Teak safe? What are the side effects?
No major safety issues are recorded for Malayan Teak in our sources, but the data may be incomplete. Consult a qualified professional before use.
Does Malayan Teak interact with medications?
No drug interactions are recorded for Malayan Teak in our sources. This does not rule them out — check with a pharmacist.
What are the common names of Malayan Teak?
Malayan Teak is also known as: Прутняк перистый.
Is Malayan Teak 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 New flavonol methyl ether from the leaves of Vitex peduncularis exhibits potential inhibitory activity against Leishmania donovani through activation of iNOS expression. literature abstract metadata
- T2 Evaluation of antioxidant, antibacterial and wound healing activities of Vitex pinnata. literature abstract metadata
- T2 GC-MS profiling of Vitex pinnata bark lipophilic extract and screening of its anti-TB and cytotoxic activities. literature abstract metadata
- T2 Ecdysteroids in Native Trees and Callus Cultures of the Genus Vitex L. of the Flora of Russia and Vietnam. literature abstract metadata