Plante caméléon

Houttuynia cordata · Chameleon

Houttuynia cordata, commonly known as fish mint or fishwort, is a traditional herb used in East Asian medicine. It has been traditionally employed for its purported benefits in treating respiratory infections and skin conditions, though specific uses vary across different cultures. Scientific evidence suggests that Houttuynia cordata extract can modulate host physiology by activating antioxidant pathways and suppressing inflammation, with some studies indicating potential antiviral activity against HSV-1. Additionally, HCI demonstrated therapeutic efficacy in reducing bacterial load and protecting lung tissue in murine models of acute lung infections caused by Pseudomonas aeruginosa, suggesting possible applications for treating such infections. The leaves are the primary source of flavonoids, which play a significant role in its biological activities. No major safety issues or drug interactions have been recorded to date.

En bref
Meilleure preuve
D
Précautions

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'extrait d'Houttuynia cordata module le physiologie du hôte en activant des voies antioxydantes et en réduisant l'inflammation, montrant une efficacité chez diverses espèces d'ovins. D PMID
  • Cette étude énumère diverses méthodes synthétiques pour la production de houttuynoïdes à partir de Houttuynia cordata, mettant en évidence leur potentiel comme agents antiviraux contre l'HSV-1. D PMID
  • LHCI a montré une efficacité thérapeutique dans la réduction du fardeau bactérien et la protection des tissus pulmonaires chez les modèles de l'infection pulmonaire aiguë chez le rat, suggérant un potentiel pour le traitement des infections par Pseudomonas aeruginosa. D PMID
  • L'étude a montré que les feuilles sont le site principal d'accumulation et de biosynthèse des flavonoïdes chez Houttuynia cordata. D PMID

Frequently asked questions

What is Plante caméléon?

Plante caméléon (Houttuynia cordata) 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 Plante caméléon?

4 sourced findings are recorded for Plante caméléon; the strongest carries evidence grade D. For example: L'extrait d'Houttuynia cordata module le physiologie du hôte en activant des voies antioxydantes et en réduisant l'inflammation, montrant une efficacité chez diverses espèces d'ovins.

How strong is the evidence for Plante caméléon?

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

Is Plante caméléon safe? What are the side effects?

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

Does Plante caméléon interact with medications?

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

What are the common names of Plante caméléon?

Plante caméléon is also known as: Chameleon.

Is Plante caméléon 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

  1. T2 Integrated metabolomics and transcriptomics analysis of flavonoids in different parts of Houttuynia cordata. literature abstract metadata
  2. T2 Houttuynia cordata Injection Alleviates Acute Pulmonary Infection of Pseudomonas aeruginosa: Evidence for its Mechanism of Action. literature abstract metadata
  3. T2 Synthetic routes towards antiviral agents from the houttuynoid family: structure-activity relationships and antiviral efficacy against herpes simplex virus type 1. literature abstract metadata
  4. T2 Mechanism of action of Houttuynia cordata extract and its application in animal production. literature abstract metadata