Ajowan
Trachyspermum ammi
Trachyspermum ammi, commonly known as Ajowan or Bishop's weed, is a plant traditionally used in Ayurvedic and folk medicine practices. Its traditional uses are not well-documented, but it has been employed for various health-related purposes in some cultures. Scientific evidence suggests that the plant contains compounds with potential antioxidant properties, as evidenced by the molecular characterization of Cu/Zn-SOD from Trachyspermum ammi. Additionally, studies indicate that intercropping Ajowan and other plants with arbuscular mycorrhizal fungi (AMF) and plant growth-promoting bacteria (PSB) can enhance soil health and crop resilience. Fe₂O₃ nanoparticles derived from the plant have shown promise in enhancing carotenoid production and protecting against root diseases in marigold. The hydrosol of Trachyspermum ammi has demonstrated effective antimicrobial activity without significant acute toxicity, though further research is needed to confirm these findings. Safety concerns are minimal based on current data, and no known drug interactions have been recorded.
- 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
- 将茴香和塞库里杰拉与AMF + PSB 结合进行间作,增加了根系定殖、土壤微生物呼吸、磷酸酶活性以及昆虫多样性,从而提高了土地利用效率。
- 该研究首次对来自Trachyspermum ammi的Cu/Zn-SOD进行分子和结构表征,证实了其典型的植物Cu/Zn-SOD保守结构框架。
- 合成的Fe₂O₃纳米颗粒从茴香子中提取,增强了胡萝卜素途径基因表达并抑制了万寿菊中的Verticillium根腐病。
- Trachyspermum ammi 水溶液对金黄色葡萄球菌和单核细胞李斯特菌显示出有效的抗菌和抗生物膜活性,且无显著急性毒性。
Frequently asked questions
What is Ajowan?
Ajowan (Trachyspermum ammi) 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 Ajowan?
4 sourced findings are recorded for Ajowan; the strongest carries evidence grade D. For example: 将茴香和塞库里杰拉与AMF + PSB 结合进行间作,增加了根系定殖、土壤微生物呼吸、磷酸酶活性以及昆虫多样性,从而提高了土地利用效率。
How strong is the evidence for Ajowan?
The strongest finding for Ajowan carries evidence grade D — preliminary or traditional. Grades run A (strongest) to D (preliminary or traditional).
Is Ajowan safe? What are the side effects?
No major safety issues are recorded for Ajowan in our sources, but the data may be incomplete. Consult a qualified professional before use.
Does Ajowan interact with medications?
No drug interactions are recorded for Ajowan in our sources. This does not rule them out — check with a pharmacist.
What are the common names of Ajowan?
Ajowan is also known as: Ажгон, ammi de l'Inde.
Is Ajowan 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 Intercropping ajowan (Trachyspermum ammi L.) and Securigera (Securigera securidaca L.) enhances soil quality, biodiversity, and land use efficiency under integrated phosphorus management. literature abstract metadata
- T2 Pharmacological and mechanistic assessment of Trachyspermum ammi hydrosol: antimicrobial and anti-biofilm efficacy against Staphylococcus aureus and Listeria monocytogenes. literature abstract metadata
- T2 Biogenic Fe₂O₃ nanoparticles enhance carotenoid pathway gene expression and suppress verticillium root rot in marigold (Tagetes erecta). literature abstract metadata
- T2 Molecular Cloning, Recombinant Expression, and In Silico Structural Analysis of Cu/Zn-Superoxide Dismutase from Trachyspermum ammi. literature abstract metadata