Euphorbia
Euphorbia
Euphorbia is a genus of plants widely distributed across various regions. Traditionally, there are no specific recorded uses for Euphorbia in any known medical traditions. Scientific evidence suggests that 3,3'-Di-O-methylellagic acid from Euphorbia humifusa Willd may have potential anti-prostate cancer properties by inhibiting cell viability and inducing apoptosis through VDAC1 up-regulation. Additionally, extracts from several Euphorbia species, such as Euphorbia esula and Eupatorium altissimum, exhibit significant larvicidal activity against sheep gastrointestinal nematode larvae, indicating possible applications in parasitic control. Citronella essential oils derived from Euphorbia showed strong inhibition of weed germination and growth, while orange essential oils had moderate effects, suggesting potential for bioherbicide use. Three novel Xenodidymella species were identified from Euphorbia kopetdaghi and Thymus transcaspicus, expanding the genus' known host range. No major safety issues or recorded drug interactions have been noted for Euphorbia in current scientific literature.
- 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
- 3,3'-二甲氧基没食子酸来源于Euphorbia humifusa Willd，剂量依赖性地抑制前列腺癌细胞活力并诱导凋亡通过上调VDAC1表达。
- 五种提取物，包括飞燕草和高良姜，对羊胃肠道寄生虫幼虫显示出显著的杀虫活性。
- 柠檬草精油对杂草萌发和生长表现出强烈的抑制作用，而橙子精油则有中等效果，这表明两者都可用于生物除草策略。
- 从Euphorbia kopetdaghi和Thymus transcaspicus中鉴定出三种新的Xenodidymella物种，扩大了该属已知的寄主范围。
- EK-16A的SNEDDS配方显著提高了其在大鼠中的稳定性和生物利用度，并下调了SHIV感染恒河猴中的PI3K-AKT信号通路。
- 鉴定出四种化合物可能对NSCLC具有活性，其中fraxetin显示出最强的抑制作用。
- 三十一科植物，包括乳香树（Euphorbia balsamifera），在实验室条件下显示出抗真菌和驱虫活性以对抗玉米病害和害虫。
Frequently asked questions
What is Euphorbia?
Euphorbia (Euphorbia) 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 Euphorbia?
7 sourced findings are recorded for Euphorbia; the strongest carries evidence grade D. For example: 3,3'-二甲氧基没食子酸来源于Euphorbia humifusa Willd，剂量依赖性地抑制前列腺癌细胞活力并诱导凋亡通过上调VDAC1表达。
How strong is the evidence for Euphorbia?
The strongest finding for Euphorbia carries evidence grade D — preliminary or traditional. Grades run A (strongest) to D (preliminary or traditional).
Is Euphorbia safe? What are the side effects?
No major safety issues are recorded for Euphorbia in our sources, but the data may be incomplete. Consult a qualified professional before use.
Does Euphorbia interact with medications?
No drug interactions are recorded for Euphorbia in our sources. This does not rule them out — check with a pharmacist.
What are the common names of Euphorbia?
Euphorbia is also known as: молочай, Euphorbe.
Is Euphorbia 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 Medicinal Plants as Biopesticides Against Pests and Diseases of Maize (Zea mays L.) in Africa: Ethnobotanical Insights and Challenges. literature abstract metadata
- T2 3,3'-Di-O-methylellagic Acid Isolated from Euphorbia humifusa Willd Suppresses Prostate Cancer Cell Viability via Regulating VDAC1 Protein Expression. literature abstract metadata
- T2 Larvicidal activity of antiparasitic plant extracts against ovine gastrointestinal nematodes: an in vitro study. literature abstract metadata
- T2 Identification of anti-NSCLC bioactive compounds from Euphorbia helioscopia L. through integrated pharmacological classification and metabolomics analysis. literature abstract metadata
- T2 Preparation, Oral SNEDDS Formulation, and In Vivo Evaluation of the HIV-1 Latency-Reversing Agent EK-16A. literature abstract metadata
- T2 Endophytic Xenodidymella from Iranian medicinal plants: description of three novel species and a new host record. literature abstract metadata
- T2 Essential oils as bioherbicides: effects of orange and citronella oils on weed germination and early growth. literature abstract metadata