Indian skullcap
Scutellaria indica
Scutellaria indica is a plant traditionally not documented in any specific medicinal practices. Scientific studies have focused on its genetic analysis and chemical composition rather than therapeutic uses. Research has developed species-specific primer sets for distinguishing Scutellaria species through genetic analysis, identified 42 compounds using advanced chromatographic techniques, and presented the complete chloroplast genome sequence of a related variety, S. indica var. coccinea, placing it within the Lamiaceae family. While these findings provide valuable insights into its chemical profile and genetic structure, there is currently no substantial scientific evidence to support traditional uses or specific health benefits. Safety concerns are minimal, with no major issues recorded, and there are no reported drug interactions associated with 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
- L'étude présente la séquence complète du gène chloroplastique de Scutellaria indica var. coccinea, montrant sa structure et sa relation phylogénétique avec d'autres espèces de la famille des Lamiacées.
- L'étude a développé un ensemble de paires de primers spécifiques pour distinguer cinq espèces de Scutellaria par analyse génétique.
- L'étude a identifié et quantifié 42 composés dans Scutellaria indica par l'utilisation des techniques UHPLC-QTOF-MS et UHPLC-MS/MS.
- L'étude a établi une méthode efficace pour détecter et identifier 36 composés, dont 23 ont été identifiés de manière incontestable, dans les échantillons de Scutellaria indica provenant de différentes localités.
Frequently asked questions
What is Indian skullcap?
Indian skullcap (Scutellaria indica) 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 Indian skullcap?
4 sourced findings are recorded for Indian skullcap; the strongest carries evidence grade D. For example: L'étude présente la séquence complète du gène chloroplastique de Scutellaria indica var. coccinea, montrant sa structure et sa relation phylogénétique avec d'autres espèces de la famille des Lamiacées.
How strong is the evidence for Indian skullcap?
The strongest finding for Indian skullcap carries evidence grade D — preliminary or traditional. Grades run A (strongest) to D (preliminary or traditional).
Is Indian skullcap safe? What are the side effects?
No major safety issues are recorded for Indian skullcap in our sources, but the data may be incomplete. Consult a qualified professional before use.
Does Indian skullcap interact with medications?
No drug interactions are recorded for Indian skullcap in our sources. This does not rule them out — check with a pharmacist.
Is Indian skullcap 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 Multi-constituent determination and fingerprint analysis of Scutellaria indica L. using ultra high performance liquid chromatography coupled with quadrupole time-of-flight mass spectrometry. literature abstract metadata
- T2 Rapid identification and quantitative analysis of the chemical constituents in Scutellaria indica L. by UHPLC-QTOF-MS and UHPLC-MS/MS. literature abstract metadata
- T2 The complete chloroplast genome of Scutellaria indica var. coccinea (Lamiaceae), an endemic taxon in Korea. literature abstract metadata
- T2 De Novo Assembly and Species-Specific Marker Development as a Useful Tool for the Identification of Scutellaria L. Species. literature abstract metadata