manioc
Manihot esculenta · cassava
Manihot esculenta, commonly known as cassava, originates from South America but is widely cultivated across tropical and subtropical regions. Traditionally, it has been used for food in various cultures due to its high carbohydrate content, but no specific traditional medicinal uses are recorded. Scientific studies have shown that key starch biosynthesis genes are repressed while starch degradation genes are induced in response to shoot pruning, with Amy3A playing a crucial role in storage root starch breakdown. Additionally, significant variability among cassava genotypes has been observed in nutritional composition traits such as beta-carotene, starch, and dry matter content. Research also indicates that eco-friendly colloidal suspensions of Manihot esculenta starch can be used to synthesize nanostructured TiO2 films with properties comparable to conventional ethylene glycol-based electrolytes. The study found that MeSUT1a, a sucrose transporter, is crucial for sucrose transport and apoplastic phloem loading in cassava. No major safety issues or drug interactions have been recorded for this plant.
- 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
- Les gènes clés de la biosynthèse du淀粉质合成被抑制，而淀粉降解基因在枝条修剪后被诱导表达，AMY3A 在储存根淀粉分解中起着关键作用。
- L'étude a révélé une grande variabilité parmi les gènes de la manioc concernant les caractéristiques de composition nutritionnelle telles que le bêta-carotène, la stérine et le contenu en matière sèche.
- The study found that eco-friendly colloidal suspensions of Manihot esculenta starch can be used to synthesize nanostructured TiO2 films with properties comparable to conventional ethylene glycol-based electrolytes.
- MeSUT1a, un transporteur de sucre, est crucial pour le transport de sucre et l'apoplasmatique chargement du phloem dans la manioc.
Frequently asked questions
What is manioc?
manioc (Manihot esculenta) 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 manioc?
4 sourced findings are recorded for manioc; the strongest carries evidence grade D. For example: Les gènes clés de la biosynthèse du淀粉质合成被抑制，而淀粉降解基因在枝条修剪后被诱导表达，AMY3A 在储存根淀粉分解中起着关键作用。
How strong is the evidence for manioc?
The strongest finding for manioc carries evidence grade D — preliminary or traditional. Grades run A (strongest) to D (preliminary or traditional).
Is manioc safe? What are the side effects?
No major safety issues are recorded for manioc in our sources, but the data may be incomplete. Consult a qualified professional before use.
Does manioc interact with medications?
No drug interactions are recorded for manioc in our sources. This does not rule them out — check with a pharmacist.
What are the common names of manioc?
manioc is also known as: cassava, маниок.
Is manioc 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 Starch-Based Eco-Friendly Electrolyte from Manihot esculenta for the Anodic Synthesis of Nanostructured TiO2 Films. literature abstract metadata
- T2 Variability of cassava (Manihot esculenta [Cranz]) genotypes for nutritional composition in Southwestern Ethiopia. literature abstract metadata
- T2 Understanding and modifying starch metabolism to limit yield losses in field-grown cassava. literature abstract metadata
- T2 MeSUT1a is essential for sucrose transport and apoplastic phloem loading in cassava (Manihot esculenta Crantz). literature abstract metadata