Aurone
Artemisia abrotanum
Artemisia abrotanum, also known as Southernwood or Old-world Sagebrush, is a traditional plant with origins in Europe and Asia. While it has been used historically for various purposes such as insect repellent and culinary seasoning, no specific traditional medicinal uses have been recorded. Scientific studies have shown that the essential oil from Artemisia abrotanum exhibits strong anti-inflammatory activity and moderate potential for cancer chemoprevention (1). Additionally, research indicates that chrysosplenetin is a major flavone in this plant, with structural revisions confirmed by NMR and MS analysis. The elemental composition of the plant varies between pre-blooming and blooming periods and can be influenced by extraction methods. In vitro studies have also shown moderate antioxidant activity, and in vivo experiments suggest that it may offer both antioxidant and anti-inflammatory effects. No significant safety concerns or major drug interactions have been recorded for Artemisia abrotanum to date. However, due to the limited research, further investigation is warranted before making any definitive claims about its efficacy or potential risks.
- Meilleure preuve
- D
- Précautions
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Information uniquement. L'usage traditionnel ne signifie pas une efficacité prouvée. Les preuves et la sécurité varient — consultez les sources citées.
Ce que dit la science
- L'étude a montré que l'huile essentielle d'Artemisia abrotanum présente une activité anti-inflammatoire forte et un potentiel modéré pour la chimioprévention du cancer.
- L'étude a révélé que le flavone majeur dans Artemisia abrotanum est le chrysosplenetine (1), avec des modifications structurales confirmées par l'analyse NMR et MS.
- La composition élémentaire d'Artemisia abrotanum variait entre les périodes pré-fleurissantes et fleurissantes, avec des éléments plus abondants dans chacune de ces périodes.
- L'étude a montré que l'extrait éthanolique d'Artemisia abrotanum présente une activité antioxydante modérée in vitro et montre des effets anti-inflammatoires in vivo, bien qu'il n'y ait pas de conclusions définitives.
Frequently asked questions
What is Aurone?
Aurone (Artemisia abrotanum) 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 Aurone?
4 sourced findings are recorded for Aurone; the strongest carries evidence grade D. For example: L'étude a montré que l'huile essentielle d'Artemisia abrotanum présente une activité anti-inflammatoire forte et un potentiel modéré pour la chimioprévention du cancer.
How strong is the evidence for Aurone?
The strongest finding for Aurone carries evidence grade D — preliminary or traditional. Grades run A (strongest) to D (preliminary or traditional).
Is Aurone safe? What are the side effects?
No major safety issues are recorded for Aurone in our sources, but the data may be incomplete. Consult a qualified professional before use.
Does Aurone interact with medications?
No drug interactions are recorded for Aurone in our sources. This does not rule them out — check with a pharmacist.
What are the common names of Aurone?
Aurone is also known as: Полынь лечебная.
Is Aurone 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.
Sources
- T2 Highly oxidized flavones in Artemisia species - structure revisions and improved UHPLC-MSn analysis. literature abstract metadata
- T2 Phytochemical Composition Antioxidant and Anti-Inflammatory Activity of Artemisia dracunculus and Artemisia abrotanum. literature abstract metadata
- T2 An analytical approach for determining macro- and micro- elements in two different growing periods of Artemisia abrotanum L. literature abstract metadata
- T2 Anti-inflammatory and cancer chemopreventive potential of essential oils from some cultivated plants in Egypt. literature abstract metadata