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Pinellia ternata

Pinellia ternata

Pinellia ternata, also known as Ban Xia in traditional Chinese medicine, is a plant traditionally used in East Asian herbal practices for various conditions. While its specific traditional uses are not extensively documented, it has been studied for its potential therapeutic properties. Scientific evidence suggests that JBX1, a heat-tolerant strain of Pinellia ternata, shows enhanced thermotolerance through metabolic adjustments under heat stress. Additionally, research indicates that leaf shape variation in the plant is regulated by hormones, particularly auxins (IAA), and is associated with differences in gene expression among leaf types. The study also identified potential targets for its anti-lung cancer activity, including FGFR4, CDK2, JAK2, KDR, PAK4, PTK2, and PDGFRA, based on in-silico predictions. Furthermore, key genes involved in the alkaloid synthesis pathway of Pinellia ternata have been identified, providing insights into its biosynthesis mechanism. Safety records for Pinellia ternata show no major issues recorded, and there are currently no reported drug interactions associated with its use.

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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

  • JBX1，一种耐热的半夏三叶种质，在热应激下通过协调代谢调整和动态重编程表现出增强的基础热耐受性。 D PMID
  • 研究通过计算方法识别出了FGFR4、CDK2、JAK2、KDR、PAK4、PTK2和PDGFRA等潜在靶点，以探讨半夏（Pinellia ternata）的抗肺癌活性。 D PMID
  • 研究发现，半夏（Pinellia ternata）叶片形状的变化由激素调节，特别是IAA，并且与不同叶型的基因表达差异相关。 D PMID
  • The study identified key genes involved in alkaloid synthesis in Pinellia ternata, providing insights into its alkaloid biosynthesis pathway. D PMID

Frequently asked questions

What is Pinellia ternata?

Pinellia ternata (Pinellia ternata) 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 Pinellia ternata?

4 sourced findings are recorded for Pinellia ternata; the strongest carries evidence grade D. For example: JBX1，一种耐热的半夏三叶种质，在热应激下通过协调代谢调整和动态重编程表现出增强的基础热耐受性。

How strong is the evidence for Pinellia ternata?

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

Is Pinellia ternata safe? What are the side effects?

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

Does Pinellia ternata interact with medications?

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

Is Pinellia ternata 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 Identification and functional verification of key genes involved in alkaloid biosynthesis in Pinellia ternata. literature abstract metadata
  2. T2 In-silico prediction of multi‑target mechanisms of Pinellia ternata phytochemicals in lung cancer: Evidence from a graph‑attention‑guided virtual screening and multi‑scale simulations. literature abstract metadata
  3. T2 Phytohormone and transcriptome analyses unravel the molecular mechanisms of heterophylly in Pinellia ternata. literature abstract metadata
  4. T2 Integrated Metabolomic and Transcriptomic Analyses Reveal the Differential Molecular Mechanisms Underlying Heat Stress Responses in Two Pinellia ternata Germplasms. literature abstract metadata