Pandanus tectorius

Pandanus tectorius

Pandanus tectorius, commonly known as thatched screwpine or pandan, is a plant native to tropical and subtropical regions of the world. Traditionally, its use has not been extensively documented in any specific medical traditions. Scientific evidence suggests potential benefits, including significant inhibition of virulence factor production and biofilm formation in Chromobacterium violaceum by leaf extracts at sub-MIC concentrations. Additionally, flupyradifurone and buprofezin derived from Pandanus tectorius have shown effectiveness in reducing hala scale infestations and improving plant health. In cell culture studies, PTF (presumably a derivative or extract) improved cell viability and reduced oxidative stress in high glucose-induced Schwann cells by activating the Nrf2/Keap1 signaling pathway. Phenolic- and saponin-rich fractions from fruit extracts also exhibited varying bioactivities upon optimization. Safety concerns are minimal with no major issues recorded, and there have been no reported drug interactions as of current research findings.

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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

  • La flupyradifurone et le buprofezin ont montré une efficacité dans la réduction des infestations par la halle et l'amélioration de la santé végétale. D PMID
  • L'extrait de feuille de Pandanus tectorius a inhibi de manière significative la biosynthèse des facteurs virulents et la formation de biofilms chez Chromobacterium violaceum à des concentrations sous-MIC. D PMID
  • PTF a amélioré l’viabilité cellulaire et réduit le stress oxydatif chez les cellules de Schwann induites par un glucose élevé en activant la voie de signalisation Nrf2/Keap1. D PMID
  • L'optimisation de l'extraction du fruit de Pandanus tectorius a produit des fractions riches en phénols et saponines avec différentes activités biologiques. D PMID

Frequently asked questions

What is Pandanus tectorius?

Pandanus tectorius (Pandanus tectorius) 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 Pandanus tectorius?

4 sourced findings are recorded for Pandanus tectorius; the strongest carries evidence grade D. For example: La flupyradifurone et le buprofezin ont montré une efficacité dans la réduction des infestations par la halle et l'amélioration de la santé végétale.

How strong is the evidence for Pandanus tectorius?

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

Is Pandanus tectorius safe? What are the side effects?

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

Does Pandanus tectorius interact with medications?

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

Is Pandanus tectorius 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 Field evaluation of organic and synthetic insecticides against the hala scale, Thysanococcus pandani (Hemiptera: Halimococcidae), on Maui, Hawaii. literature abstract metadata
  2. T2 Pandanus tectorius fruits attenuated cell injury and oxidative stress in high glucose-induced Schwann cells by activating Nrf2/Keap1 signaling pathway. literature abstract metadata
  3. T2 Quorum quenching mediated virulence factor impairment by Pandanus tectorius leaf extract against Chromobacterium violaceum. literature abstract metadata
  4. T2 Optimization of Phenolic- and Saponin-Enriched Extraction From Pandanus tectorius Fruit Using Box-Behnken Design and Evaluation of Their Bioactivities. literature abstract metadata