Geranium
Pelargonium
Pelargonium is a genus of plants with diverse species, including Pelargonium sidoides and Pelargonium graveolens. Traditionally, there are no specific records of its use in any particular medical traditions. Scientific evidence suggests that Pelargonium sidoides exhibits multi-target activity with immunomodulatory, antibacterial, and antiviral effects, supporting its potential use in managing respiratory tract infections. Meanwhile, studies indicate that nano-formulations of citronella and geranium essential oils show enhanced insecticidal activity against Spodoptera littoralis compared to bulk oils. Pelargonium graveolens flowers contain gallotannins that exhibit broad-spectrum antibacterial activity by disrupting bacterial motility, biofilm formation, membrane integrity, and efflux pump function. Notably, no major safety issues or drug interactions have been recorded for any species of Pelargonium.
- 最佳证据
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- 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
- 含有百里香草油的纳米脂质体水凝胶与自由PEO相比，对Anopheles stephensi 的驱避活性更高，但不如DEET。
- 研究提供了几种植物来源的物质（包括南非芦荟）在治疗呼吸道感染方面的特性和临床试验证据的总结。
- 柠檬草和香蜂草精油的纳米制剂与bulk精油相比，对斜纹夜蛾表现出增强的驱虫活性。
- 研究发现，Pelargonium sidoides 具有多靶点活性，具有免疫调节、抗菌和抗病毒作用，支持其在管理呼吸道感染中的应用。
- Pelargonium graveolens 花中含有没食子单宁，表现出广谱抗菌活性，通过破坏细菌运动性、生物膜形成、膜完整性以及外排泵功能来实现。
Frequently asked questions
What is Geranium?
Geranium (Pelargonium) 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 Geranium?
5 sourced findings are recorded for Geranium; the strongest carries evidence grade A. For example: 含有百里香草油的纳米脂质体水凝胶与自由PEO相比，对Anopheles stephensi 的驱避活性更高，但不如DEET。
How strong is the evidence for Geranium?
The strongest finding for Geranium carries evidence grade A — strong evidence. Grades run A (strongest) to D (preliminary or traditional).
Is Geranium safe? What are the side effects?
No major safety issues are recorded for Geranium in our sources, but the data may be incomplete. Consult a qualified professional before use.
Does Geranium interact with medications?
No drug interactions are recorded for Geranium in our sources. This does not rule them out — check with a pharmacist.
What are the common names of Geranium?
Geranium is also known as: Пеларгония, Pélargonium.
Is Geranium 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 Pelargonium sidoides - from ethnopharmacology to evidence-based medicine: a systematic review. literature abstract metadata
- T2 A stable nanoliposomal carboxymethyl cellulose hydrogel of Pelargonium essential oil: Formulation, characterization, and enhanced repellent activity against Anopheles stephensi. literature abstract metadata
- T2 Comparative insecticidal efficacy and biochemical impact of nano-encapsulated citronella and geranium essential oils against Spodoptera littoralis (Lepidoptera: Noctuidae). literature abstract metadata
- T2 A Review of the Properties of Clinically Evaluated Plant-Derived Agents in the Treatment of Respiratory Infections. literature abstract metadata
- T2 Hydrolysable tannins from Pelargonium graveolens overcome bacterial virulence and resistance through membrane and motility disruption. literature abstract metadata