rough-leaf hydrangea

Hydrangea aspera

Hydrangea aspera is a plant native to East Asia, particularly in China. While it has not been traditionally used for medicinal purposes, studies have explored its genetic and reproductive characteristics. Research indicates that pollinator interactions can influence pollen transfer between different plant species, though the overall impact is minimal. The genome of Hydrangea macrophylla has been sequenced, revealing genes linked to inflorescence shape, and detailed analyses of pollen viability suggest variability ranging from 2.5% to 12.1%, with meiotic abnormalities contributing to unbalanced tetrads and dyads or triads. Architectural differences between Hydrangea aspera subsp. sargentiana and subsp. aspera Kawakami group, along with their hybrids, have been characterized using qualitative methods. No significant safety concerns or known drug interactions have been reported for this plant.

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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

  • Genomes of Hydrangea macrophylla cultivars were sequenced and used to identify genes associated with flower traits. D PMID
  • La viabilité du pollen variait de 2,5 % à 12,1 % et les anomalies méiotiques entraînaient la formation de tétards déséquilibrés et de microspores supplémentaires. D EPMC
  • Le degré d'échange des pollinisateurs basé sur les visites aux fleurs ou sur le fardeau en pollen a influencé positivement la transmission de pollen entre couples d'espèces végétales, mais n'a expliqué qu'une petite quantité globale. D PMID
  • L'étude a caractérisé les différences architecturales entre Hydrangea aspera subsp. sargentiana et subsp. aspera groupe Kawakami, ainsi que leurs hybrides, en utilisant des méthodes qualitatives. D EPMC

Frequently asked questions

What is rough-leaf hydrangea?

rough-leaf hydrangea (Hydrangea aspera) 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 rough-leaf hydrangea?

4 sourced findings are recorded for rough-leaf hydrangea; the strongest carries evidence grade D. For example: Genomes of Hydrangea macrophylla cultivars were sequenced and used to identify genes associated with flower traits.

How strong is the evidence for rough-leaf hydrangea?

The strongest finding for rough-leaf hydrangea carries evidence grade D — preliminary or traditional. Grades run A (strongest) to D (preliminary or traditional).

Is rough-leaf hydrangea safe? What are the side effects?

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

Does rough-leaf hydrangea interact with medications?

No drug interactions are recorded for rough-leaf hydrangea in our sources. This does not rule them out — check with a pharmacist.

What are the common names of rough-leaf hydrangea?

rough-leaf hydrangea is also known as: Гортензия шероховатая.

Is rough-leaf hydrangea 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 Architectural and genetic characterization of Hydrangea aspera subsp. aspera Kawakami group, H. aspera subsp. sargentiana and their hybrids literature abstract metadata
  2. T2 Pollen viability and meiotic behaviour in intraspecific hybrids of Hydrangea aspera subsp. aspera Kawakami group x subsp. sargentiana literature abstract metadata
  3. T2 Two haplotype-resolved genomes reveal important flower traits in bigleaf hydrangea (Hydrangea macrophylla) and insights into Asterid evolution. literature abstract metadata
  4. T2 Flower visits and pollinator pollen load networks reveal the effects of pollinator sharing on heterospecific pollen transfer in a subalpine plant community. literature abstract metadata