Buttercup Tree
Cochlospermum vitifolium
Cochlospermum vitifolium is a plant traditionally found in South Asia and Africa. While its use in traditional medicine has not been extensively documented, studies have shown that leaf extracts possess significant antioxidant properties and antifungal activity against Candida albicans. Additionally, tetrahydrofuran extracts from the heartwood of Cochlospermum vitifolium were observed to reduce blood glucose levels in mice over a six-week period, though their effects were less pronounced compared to other evaluated plants. The wood traits of Cochlospermum vitifolium vary among species, with some exhibiting high water transport capacity but being sensitive to drought conditions. Safety data for Cochlospermum vitifolium is currently limited, and no major safety issues have been recorded. There are also no known drug interactions associated with this plant.
- 最佳证据
- D
- 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
- 科氏浆果叶提取物显示出更高的抗氧化能力和抗念珠菌活性，对抗 Candida albicans 有效。
- 研究发现，从Cochlospermum vitifolium的心材中提取的四氢呋喃显著降低了小鼠六周内的血糖水平，但树皮没有这种效果。
- Cochlospermum vitifolium 提取物在癌细胞系中表现出溶剂依赖性的细胞毒性及抗增殖作用，与非癌细胞相比。
- 六种代表热带干林经济谱系的树种木材解剖学特征之间的差异主要体现在物种之间，而不是不同降雨模式之间。
Frequently asked questions
What is Buttercup Tree?
Buttercup Tree (Cochlospermum vitifolium) 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 Buttercup Tree?
4 sourced findings are recorded for Buttercup Tree; the strongest carries evidence grade D. For example: 科氏浆果叶提取物显示出更高的抗氧化能力和抗念珠菌活性，对抗 Candida albicans 有效。
How strong is the evidence for Buttercup Tree?
The strongest finding for Buttercup Tree carries evidence grade D — preliminary or traditional. Grades run A (strongest) to D (preliminary or traditional).
Is Buttercup Tree safe? What are the side effects?
No major safety issues are recorded for Buttercup Tree in our sources, but the data may be incomplete. Consult a qualified professional before use.
Does Buttercup Tree interact with medications?
No drug interactions are recorded for Buttercup Tree in our sources. This does not rule them out — check with a pharmacist.
Is Buttercup Tree 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 Tree species differ in plant economic spectrum traits in the tropical dry forest of Mexico. literature abstract metadata
- T2 Chronic administration of tetrahydrofuran extracts of Cochlospermum vitifolium (Wild) Sprengel in a mouse diabetes model: Hypoglycemic, antioxidant, and genoprotective effects. literature abstract metadata
- T2 Selective Cytotoxic and Antiproliferative Effects of Extracts from Four Mexican Medicinal Plants in Human Cancer and Non-Cancerous Cell Lines. literature abstract metadata
- T2 Investigating the Chemical, Antifungal, and Cytotoxic Properties of Cochlospermum vitifolium Leaves and Stem Bark Extracts. literature abstract metadata