Beddome’s Cycas
Cycas beddomei
Cycas beddomei is a cycad species native to India, particularly found in the Tirumala hills. While traditional uses for this plant are not documented, it has been included in a database named DEPTH that compiles information on endemic plants from the region and their potential medicinal properties. Scientific studies have isolated new compounds, including a biflavonoid and two previously unreported substances, from its cones, and identified 146 medicinal species used by Malayali tribes to enhance general human health. The stem of Cycas beddomei contains a new biflavanone, 7,7"-di-O-methyltetrahydrohinokiflavone, along with tetrahydrohinokiflavone. As of now, no significant safety concerns or drug interactions have been recorded for this plant.
- 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 créé une base de données nommée DEPTH contenant des informations sur Cycas beddomei et d'autres plantes endémiques des collines de Tirumala en Inde, y compris leurs propriétés médicinales.
- L'étude a isolé un nouveau biflavonide et deux composés inédits des cônes de Cycas beddomei.
- L'étude a identifié 146 espèces végétales médicinales appartenant à 52 familles utilisées par les tribus malayales pour traiter 79 maladies, avec un accent sur l'amélioration de la santé générale humaine.
- Un nouveau biflavone, 7,7-di-O-méthyltétrahydrohinokiflavanon, a été identifié avec le tétrahydrohinokiflavanon dans les tiges de Cycas beddomei.
- Les deux espèces Cycas circinalis et Cycas beddomei sont identifiées comme des plantes C3 en fonction de l'activité de leurs enzymes photosynthétiques et de leur réponse à la lumière et à la température.
Frequently asked questions
What is Beddome’s Cycas?
Beddome’s Cycas (Cycas beddomei) 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 Beddome’s Cycas?
5 sourced findings are recorded for Beddome’s Cycas; the strongest carries evidence grade D. For example: L'étude a créé une base de données nommée DEPTH contenant des informations sur Cycas beddomei et d'autres plantes endémiques des collines de Tirumala en Inde, y compris leurs propriétés médicinales.
How strong is the evidence for Beddome’s Cycas?
The strongest finding for Beddome’s Cycas carries evidence grade D — preliminary or traditional. Grades run A (strongest) to D (preliminary or traditional).
Is Beddome’s Cycas safe? What are the side effects?
No major safety issues are recorded for Beddome’s Cycas in our sources, but the data may be incomplete. Consult a qualified professional before use.
Does Beddome’s Cycas interact with medications?
No drug interactions are recorded for Beddome’s Cycas in our sources. This does not rule them out — check with a pharmacist.
Is Beddome’s Cycas 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 A biflavanone from Cycas beddomei. literature abstract metadata
- T2 Biflavonoids from Cycas beddomei. literature abstract metadata
- T2 A database on endemic plants at Tirumala hills in India. literature abstract metadata
- T2 Photorespiration studies in Cycas circinalis L. and Cycas beddomei Dyer. literature abstract metadata
- T2 A multivariate and quantitative assessment of medicinal plants used by the indigenous Malayali tribes in the Javadhu hills of Tiruvannamalai district, Tamil Nadu, India. literature abstract metadata