árnica

Peumus boldus

Peumus boldus, commonly known as Boldo or Boldus tree, is native to Chile and Peru. Traditionally, its leaves have been used in folk medicine for various purposes such as treating digestive issues, liver disorders, and respiratory ailments, though specific traditional uses are not extensively documented. Scientific evidence suggests that Peumus boldus may exhibit potential cytotoxic properties against cancer cells, with alkaloids like LTS showing varying tyrosinase inhibition potency. Additionally, studies indicate that P. boldus can reduce photosynthetic performance in certain seasons, while another species, C. odorifera, maintains higher performance levels during the same periods. While there is limited evidence to support specific traditional uses, some research indicates potential benefits for urinary symptoms; however, these findings are not conclusive and require further investigation. No major safety issues or drug interactions have been recorded for Peumus boldus, but as with any herbal remedy, it is advisable to consult a healthcare provider before use.

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最佳证据
D
注意事项

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

  • LTS 被发现是分离的生物碱中最有效的酪氨酸抑制剂,而BOL衍生物在三维皮肤模型中显示出有希望的活性。 D PMID
  • P. boldus 在春季和冬季显示出较低的光合作用表现,而 C. odorifera 在这些季节中保持了更高的表现。 D PMID
  • 这项研究回顾了表明十二种智利植物物种,包括佩穆斯·博尔德斯(Peumus boldus),可能具有抗癌细胞毒性的证据。 D PMID
  • 坦索罗辛和植物复合物都显示出改善,但只有坦索罗辛在第7天和第21天显著减少了尿路症状。 D PMID

Frequently asked questions

What is árnica?

árnica (Peumus boldus) 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 árnica?

4 sourced findings are recorded for árnica; the strongest carries evidence grade D. For example: LTS 被发现是分离的生物碱中最有效的酪氨酸抑制剂,而BOL衍生物在三维皮肤模型中显示出有希望的活性。

How strong is the evidence for árnica?

The strongest finding for árnica carries evidence grade D — preliminary or traditional. Grades run A (strongest) to D (preliminary or traditional).

Is árnica safe? What are the side effects?

No major safety issues are recorded for árnica in our sources, but the data may be incomplete. Consult a qualified professional before use.

Does árnica interact with medications?

No drug interactions are recorded for árnica in our sources. This does not rule them out — check with a pharmacist.

What are the common names of árnica?

árnica is also known as: Пеумус, Boldo.

Is árnica 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

  1. T2 Seasonal Dynamics of Chlorophyll Fluorescence in the Evergreen Peumus boldus and the Semideciduous Colliguaja odorifera Under Field Conditions. literature abstract metadata
  2. T2 Natural Compounds Derived from Chilean Species and Their Cytotoxic Potential Against Cancer. literature abstract metadata
  3. T2 Molecular docking and experimental evaluation of natural alkaloids from Chilean flora (Cryptocarya alba, Peumus boldus, and Laurelia sempervirens) for tyrosinase inhibition and depigmenting potential. literature abstract metadata
  4. T2 A randomized controlled trial comparing alpha-blocker (tamsulosin) and a phyto-complex (Solidago virga-aurea, Phyllantus niruri, Epilobium angustifolium, Peumus boldus and Ononis spinosa) in the treatment of ureteral stent-related symptoms. literature abstract metadata