Wing-stemmed passion flower
Passiflora alata
Passiflora alata, a member of the passionflower family, is native to tropical and subtropical regions. While its traditional use in medicine has not been documented, it has shown promise in preliminary studies for treating mild to moderate anxiety, with 96.7% of participants reporting perceived health improvement. Scientific evidence also indicates that P. alata may have leishmanicidal activity and nitric oxide production potential, though the strength of this evidence is limited by the small scale of current research. The CRABS CLAW gene shows similar structural domains in developing petiolar nectaries between Passiflora alata and P. cincinnata, suggesting a shared biological function. Additionally, the butanolic fraction from P. cincinnata has demonstrated photosensitizing activity against MRSA infections in senescent mice, though this finding is not directly applicable to P. alata itself. No significant safety concerns or known drug interactions have been recorded for Passiflora alata.
- 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
- Passiflora alata 是几种评估其抗利什曼原虫活性和一氧化氮生成的植物之一，显示出中等效果。
- P. alata 在29名（占96.7%）轻度至中度焦虑的参与者中表现出临床有效性。
- 螃蟹爪基因在Passiflora alata和P. cincinnata的柄基nectary腺中表现出阶段特异性表达，与nectary发育阶段相关联。
- Passiflora cincinnata 的丁酸提取物在治疗老年小鼠的MRSA感染中显示出光敏化活性，尽管未专门评估 Passiflora alata。
Frequently asked questions
What is Wing-stemmed passion flower?
Wing-stemmed passion flower (Passiflora alata) 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 Wing-stemmed passion flower?
4 sourced findings are recorded for Wing-stemmed passion flower; the strongest carries evidence grade B. For example: Passiflora alata 是几种评估其抗利什曼原虫活性和一氧化氮生成的植物之一，显示出中等效果。
How strong is the evidence for Wing-stemmed passion flower?
The strongest finding for Wing-stemmed passion flower carries evidence grade B — moderate evidence. Grades run A (strongest) to D (preliminary or traditional).
Is Wing-stemmed passion flower safe? What are the side effects?
No major safety issues are recorded for Wing-stemmed passion flower in our sources, but the data may be incomplete. Consult a qualified professional before use.
Does Wing-stemmed passion flower interact with medications?
No drug interactions are recorded for Wing-stemmed passion flower in our sources. This does not rule them out — check with a pharmacist.
What are the common names of Wing-stemmed passion flower?
Wing-stemmed passion flower is also known as: Cтрастоцвет крылатый, Passiflore ailée, Grenadine, Grenadelle, Grenadille, Grenadille sauvage.
Is Wing-stemmed passion flower 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 In vitro evaluation against Leishmania amazonensis and Leishmania chagasi of medicinal plant species of interest to the Unified Health System. literature abstract metadata
- T2 Illuminating New Frontiers: Exploring the Photosensitizing Potential of Passiflora Species in Combating Methicillin-Resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA) and Their Infection in Senescent Mice. literature abstract metadata
- T2 Don't be so crabby: characterization and RNA expression of the CRABS CLAW gene in petiolar nectaries of Passiflora alata and Passiflora cincinnata. literature abstract metadata
- T2 Clinical, humanistic, and economic outcomes of Passiflora alata Curtis use in participants with mild to moderate anxiety: a non-randomized experimental study. literature abstract metadata