Asian spiderflower
Cleome viscosa
Cleome viscosa is a plant traditionally found in inselbergs of Burkina Faso and associated with specific plant communities, particularly noted as an indicator species. While its traditional medicinal uses are not well-documented, scientific research has identified potential cardioprotective properties through the isolation of a thermally stable serine protease inhibitor from its seeds. Additionally, lupeol acetate derived from Cleome viscosa showed promise in studies for myocardial infarction protection based on pharmacological and molecular interactions. The plant is associated with certain insect species like Bagrada hilaris in the Comoro Islands. Safety data does not indicate any major concerns, nor are there recorded drug interactions at this time.
- 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 enregistre l'alimentation de Bagrada hilaris sur Cleome viscosa, parmi d'autres associations végétales.
- On a isolé un inhibiteur de protéase sérique thermorésistant des graines de Cleome viscosa, montrant une inhibition non compétitive et une stabilité jusqu'à 90 °C.
- L'acétate de lupeol issu de Cleome viscosa a montré du potentiel comme candidat protecteur cardiaque pour une infarction myocardique en fonction de ses propriétés pharmacologiques et interactions moléculaires.
- L'étude a identifié 12 communautés végétales sur les inselbergs au Burkina Faso, y compris Cleome viscosa comme espèce indicative dans certaines communautés.
Frequently asked questions
What is Asian spiderflower?
Asian spiderflower (Cleome viscosa) 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 Asian spiderflower?
4 sourced findings are recorded for Asian spiderflower; the strongest carries evidence grade D. For example: L'étude enregistre l'alimentation de Bagrada hilaris sur Cleome viscosa, parmi d'autres associations végétales.
How strong is the evidence for Asian spiderflower?
The strongest finding for Asian spiderflower carries evidence grade D — preliminary or traditional. Grades run A (strongest) to D (preliminary or traditional).
Is Asian spiderflower safe? What are the side effects?
No major safety issues are recorded for Asian spiderflower in our sources, but the data may be incomplete. Consult a qualified professional before use.
Does Asian spiderflower interact with medications?
No drug interactions are recorded for Asian spiderflower in our sources. This does not rule them out — check with a pharmacist.
Is Asian spiderflower 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 Plant communities on inselbergs in Burkina Faso. literature abstract metadata
- T2 New records, diagnostics and preliminary checklist of the superfamily Pentatomoidea (Hemiptera: Heteroptera) from the Comoro Islands. literature abstract metadata
- T2 Lupeol acetate from Cleome viscosa as a therapeutic candidate for myocardial infarction. literature abstract metadata
- T2 Biophysical and Functional Characterization of a Thermally Stable Bifunctional Serine Protease Inhibitor from Cleome viscosa Seeds. literature abstract metadata