Grass-leaf sweet flag
Acorus gramineus
Acorus gramineus, commonly known as Ogon in Japan, is a traditional plant used in East Asian medicine. It has been traditionally employed for various purposes such as treating respiratory and digestive issues, but specific uses vary across different traditions. Scientific evidence suggests that Acorus gramineus may have some potential benefits when combined with Western medical treatments for obesity-related polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS), though the strength of this evidence is moderate. Additionally, it has shown moderate antibacterial activity against Avibacterium paragallinarum and demonstrated moderate photosynthetic stability in plant studies. In vitro research indicates that AGREE, a compound from Acorus gramineus, can inhibit melanin production by suppressing MITF-dependent pathways in B16F1 melanoma cells under both basal and oxidative stress conditions. Safety concerns are minimal; no major issues have been recorded. There are currently no known drug interactions associated with this plant.
- 最佳证据
- A
- 注意事项
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仅供参考。传统用法并不代表已被证实有效。证据与安全性各不相同,请查阅所引来源。
科学怎么说
- Acorus gramineus 在测试的中药中对Avibacterium paragallinarum 显示出中等抗菌活性。
- Acorus gramineus 'Ogon' 在不同光照梯度下表现出中等的光合作用稳定性,与其他测试物种相比。
- ISRKRPP与西方医学结合可能在治疗肥胖型PCOS方面提高总体疗效,尽管还需要更多的临床研究。
- AGEE 在正常条件和氧化应激条件下显著减少了黑色素生成和MITF 表达,显示出在管理色素沉着方面的潜力。
Frequently asked questions
What is Grass-leaf sweet flag?
Grass-leaf sweet flag (Acorus gramineus) 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 Grass-leaf sweet flag?
4 sourced findings are recorded for Grass-leaf sweet flag; the strongest carries evidence grade A. For example: Acorus gramineus 在测试的中药中对Avibacterium paragallinarum 显示出中等抗菌活性。
How strong is the evidence for Grass-leaf sweet flag?
The strongest finding for Grass-leaf sweet flag carries evidence grade A — strong evidence. Grades run A (strongest) to D (preliminary or traditional).
Is Grass-leaf sweet flag safe? What are the side effects?
No major safety issues are recorded for Grass-leaf sweet flag in our sources, but the data may be incomplete. Consult a qualified professional before use.
Does Grass-leaf sweet flag interact with medications?
No drug interactions are recorded for Grass-leaf sweet flag in our sources. This does not rule them out — check with a pharmacist.
Is Grass-leaf sweet flag 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.
来源
- T2 Method of invigorating spleen and replenishing kidney and resolving phlegm for obesity-type polycystic ovary syndrome: a network meta-analysis and summary of herbal prescription regularity. literature abstract metadata
- T2 Photosynthetic Homeostasis Mechanism and Configuration Application of Woody Plants in Green Wall Under Light Gradients of Building Facades with Different Orientations. literature abstract metadata
- T2 Study on bacteriostasis of Chinese herbal medicine extracts to avibacterium paragallinarum. literature abstract metadata
- T2 Acorus gramineus ethanol extract suppresses MITF-mediated melanogenesis under oxidative stress conditions. literature abstract metadata