umbellate wintergreen
Chimaphila umbellata
Chimaphila umbellata, commonly known as wintergreen or eastern ginseng, is a traditional medicine plant native to North America. Its use in traditional practices has not been extensively documented. Scientific studies have shown that Eviprostat and EVI-F tablets derived from Chimaphila umbellata may be beneficial for benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH), with gradual improvements observed in symptoms and quality of life without significant side effects, though the evidence is limited. The plant's fungal associations during seedling development vary, showing some differences compared to other species. Additionally, four plant-derived 1,4-naphthoquinones were identified for their complex I bypass activity from Chimaphila umbellata, indicating potential bioactive compounds. Mixotrophy in the plant does not significantly change with light or tissue age. No major safety concerns or drug interactions have been recorded to date.
- 最佳证据
- B
- 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
- 研究从Chimaphila umbellata中鉴定出了四种植物来源的1,4-萘二醌，具有绕过复合体I的作用。
- 对于良性前列腺增生，Eviprostat 和 EVI-F 片剂的临床效用相当，在症状和生活质量方面表现出渐进性的改善且没有明显的副作用。
- 在Chimaphila umbellata中，混合寄生既不随光照也不随组织年龄而变化。
- Chimaphila umbellata 在种子萌发过程中显示出不同的真菌关联，与其它物种相比有些减少。
Frequently asked questions
What is umbellate wintergreen?
umbellate wintergreen (Chimaphila umbellata) 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 umbellate wintergreen?
4 sourced findings are recorded for umbellate wintergreen; the strongest carries evidence grade B. For example: 研究从Chimaphila umbellata中鉴定出了四种植物来源的1,4-萘二醌，具有绕过复合体I的作用。
How strong is the evidence for umbellate wintergreen?
The strongest finding for umbellate wintergreen carries evidence grade B — moderate evidence. Grades run A (strongest) to D (preliminary or traditional).
Is umbellate wintergreen safe? What are the side effects?
No major safety issues are recorded for umbellate wintergreen in our sources, but the data may be incomplete. Consult a qualified professional before use.
Does umbellate wintergreen interact with medications?
No drug interactions are recorded for umbellate wintergreen in our sources. This does not rule them out — check with a pharmacist.
What are the common names of umbellate wintergreen?
umbellate wintergreen is also known as: Зимолюбка зонтичная, Chimaphile à ombelles.
Is umbellate wintergreen 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 [Assessment of clinical usefulness of Eviprostat for benign prostatic hyperplasia--comparison of Eviprostat tablet with a formulation containing two-times more active ingredients]. literature abstract metadata
- T2 Natural Product Screening Reveals Naphthoquinone Complex I Bypass Factors. literature abstract metadata
- T2 Specificity of fungal associations of Pyroleae and Monotropa hypopitys during germination and seedling development. literature abstract metadata
- T2 Mixotrophy in Pyroleae (Ericaceae) from Estonian boreal forests does not vary with light or tissue age. literature abstract metadata