Adam's-apple
Tabernaemontana divaricata
Tabernaemontana divaricata is a plant traditionally not associated with any specific medicinal uses. Scientific research has shown that ZnO nanoparticles derived from this plant exhibit high photocatalytic efficiency for degrading industrial dyes under visible light, indicating potential applications in environmental remediation. Additionally, extracts of Tabernaemontana divaricata demonstrated significant wound healing activity in rat models at doses of 0.5 mg/ml and 1 mg/ml, though no definitive treatment claims are made. The plant has also yielded several new alkaloids, with three known ones showing potent neuroprotective effects in cell tests. Coronaridine was detected in C. roseus seedlings up to 8 weeks post-germination, with peak abundance at 3-4 weeks and varying accumulation during growth phases. No major safety issues or recorded drug interactions have been identified for this plant.
- 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
- 来源于Tabernaemontana divaricata的锌氧化物纳米颗粒在可见光下显示出很高的光催化效率，用于降解工业染料。
- 浓度为0.5 mg/mL和1 mg/mL的泰尔纳蒙塔纳分枝树提取物水凝胶均在大鼠模型中显示出显著的伤口愈合活性，但结果尚属初步。
- Two new alkaloids and one known alkaloid were isolated from Tabernaemontana divaricata, and three known alkaloids showed potent neuroprotective effects in cell tests.
- 在C. roseus幼苗中检测到了冠胺碱，在发芽后8周内达到峰值，高峰期为第3至第4周，并且在生长阶段中的积累量有所不同。
Frequently asked questions
What is Adam's-apple?
Adam's-apple (Tabernaemontana divaricata) 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 Adam's-apple?
4 sourced findings are recorded for Adam's-apple; the strongest carries evidence grade D. For example: 来源于Tabernaemontana divaricata的锌氧化物纳米颗粒在可见光下显示出很高的光催化效率，用于降解工业染料。
How strong is the evidence for Adam's-apple?
The strongest finding for Adam's-apple carries evidence grade D — preliminary or traditional. Grades run A (strongest) to D (preliminary or traditional).
Is Adam's-apple safe? What are the side effects?
No major safety issues are recorded for Adam's-apple in our sources, but the data may be incomplete. Consult a qualified professional before use.
Does Adam's-apple interact with medications?
No drug interactions are recorded for Adam's-apple in our sources. This does not rule them out — check with a pharmacist.
What are the common names of Adam's-apple?
Adam's-apple is also known as: Caprice.
Is Adam's-apple 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 Formulation, characterization and in-vivo evaluation of standardized Tabernaemontana divericata extract hydrogel for wound healing. literature abstract metadata
- T2 Analysis and characteristics of coronaridine, an alkaloid found in Catharanthus roseus. literature abstract metadata
- T2 New alkaloids from the twigs and leaves of tabernaemontana divaricata and their neuroprotective effects. literature abstract metadata
- T2 Green synthesized ZnO nanocatalysts for rapid and effective visible-light degradation of industrial dyes. literature abstract metadata