Catfoot
Pseudognaphalium obtusifolium
Pseudognaphalium obtusifolium is a plant traditionally used in various folk medicine practices, particularly in Europe and Asia. However, there are no specific traditional uses documented for this particular species. Scientific evidence regarding its medicinal properties is limited; studies focusing on related plants have shown mixed results. For instance, methanol extracts from Ruta chalepensis demonstrated selective cytotoxic activity against certain cancer cells but showed low hemolytic activity and minimal toxicity in cell cultures. Similarly, Justicia spicigera's methanol extract exhibited significant lymphoma cell growth inhibition with a favorable selectivity index. However, these findings are not directly applicable to Pseudognaphalium obtusifolium due to the lack of specific research on this species. No major safety concerns or drug interactions have been reported for Pseudognaphalium obtusifolium thus far.
- 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
- Ruta chalepensis 的甲醇提取物对HEP-G2细胞显示出细胞毒性活性,选择性指数为291.50。
- 大多数提取物显示出较低的溶血活性,并未在细胞培养中表现出显著毒性。
- Bee Shannon 和 Simpson 的多样性在两年的治疗后,在去除Rhododendron的流域中更高,但一年之后火灾后优势减弱。
- 从Justicia spicigera提取的甲醇提取物显示出对肿瘤细胞生长抑制作用最强,IC50为29.10 μg/mL。
Frequently asked questions
What is Catfoot?
Catfoot (Pseudognaphalium obtusifolium) 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 Catfoot?
4 sourced findings are recorded for Catfoot; the strongest carries evidence grade D. For example: Ruta chalepensis 的甲醇提取物对HEP-G2细胞显示出细胞毒性活性,选择性指数为291.50。
How strong is the evidence for Catfoot?
The strongest finding for Catfoot carries evidence grade D — preliminary or traditional. Grades run A (strongest) to D (preliminary or traditional).
Is Catfoot safe? What are the side effects?
No major safety issues are recorded for Catfoot in our sources, but the data may be incomplete. Consult a qualified professional before use.
Does Catfoot interact with medications?
No drug interactions are recorded for Catfoot in our sources. This does not rule them out — check with a pharmacist.
Is Catfoot 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 Effects of Rhododendron removal and prescribed fire on bees and plants in the southern Appalachians. literature abstract metadata
- T2 In Vitro Cytotoxic Activity of Methanol Extracts of Selected Medicinal Plants Traditionally Used in Mexico against Human Hepatocellular Carcinoma. literature abstract metadata
- T2 In Vitro Biological Activity and Lymphoma Cell Growth Inhibition by Selected Mexican Medicinal Plants. literature abstract metadata
- T2 In Vitro Evaluation of Anti-Hemolytic and Cytotoxic Effects of Traditional Mexican Medicinal Plant Extracts on Human Erythrocytes and Cell Cultures. literature abstract metadata