Sisymbre officinal

Sisymbrium officinale · Crambling Mustard

Sisymbrium officinale, commonly known as hedge mustard or winter rape, is a plant traditionally used in some folk medicine practices, particularly in Eastern European and Asian countries. However, there are no specific traditional uses recorded for this particular species. Scientific studies have identified flavonoid glycosides that show potential anti-inflammatory properties through metabolomics and in silico screening, though their efficacy remains to be confirmed. Protegol, a compound found in Sisymbrium officinale, demonstrated broad-spectrum antibacterial activity and reduced inflammatory responses and oxidative stress in cellular models. Additionally, the plant's tolerance to insect herbivory increases as it progresses from vegetative to flowering stages, indicating adaptive mechanisms. No major safety issues or drug interactions have been recorded for this species.

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Meilleure preuve
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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

  • Cette étude a identifié les flavonoïdes glycosylés comme des agents anti-inflammatoires potentiels dans Sisymbrium officinale par l'intermédiaire de la métabolomique et des approches in silico. D PMID
  • L'étude a montré que les différences morphologiques entre certains sous-espèces d'Entomoscelis adonidis ne atteignent pas le niveau de la espèce ou du sous-espèce, suggérant qu'ils devraient être considérés comme un seul taxon. D PMID
  • Protegol a montré une activité antibactérienne à large spectre, réduit les réponses inflammatoires et atténué le stress oxydatif dans des modèles cellulaires. D PMID
  • La tolérance à la dévoration d'insectes augmente au cours des stades de développement de Sisymbrium officinale. D PMID

Frequently asked questions

What is Sisymbre officinal?

Sisymbre officinal (Sisymbrium officinale) 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 Sisymbre officinal?

4 sourced findings are recorded for Sisymbre officinal; the strongest carries evidence grade D. For example: Cette étude a identifié les flavonoïdes glycosylés comme des agents anti-inflammatoires potentiels dans Sisymbrium officinale par l'intermédiaire de la métabolomique et des approches in silico.

How strong is the evidence for Sisymbre officinal?

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

Is Sisymbre officinal safe? What are the side effects?

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

Does Sisymbre officinal interact with medications?

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

What are the common names of Sisymbre officinal?

Sisymbre officinal is also known as: Crambling Mustard, Гулявник лекарственный.

Is Sisymbre officinal 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 On the quantitative criteria of subspecies in insects. Case study of Entomoscelis adonidis (Coleoptera: Chrysomelidae) in European Russia and the Caucasus. literature abstract metadata
  2. T2 Tolerance to insect herbivory increases with progressing plant development. literature abstract metadata
  3. T2 Untargeted Metabolomics and in Silico Screening of Sisymbrium officinale: Identification of Flavonoid Glycosides as Potential Anti-inflammatory Agents. literature abstract metadata
  4. T2 Exploring the Antibacterial, Anti-Inflammatory, and Antioxidant Properties of the Natural Food Supplement "Protegol" as a Supportive Strategy in Respiratory Tract Infections. literature abstract metadata