Agrimony
Agrimonia eupatoria
Agrimonia eupatoria, commonly known as false oat or common agrimony, is a traditional European and North American plant. It has been used in various folk remedies but lacks specific recorded traditional uses. Scientific evidence suggests that Agrimonia eupatoria extracts exhibit varying degrees of antibiofilm activity against tested bacterial strains, with acetone and ethyl acetate extracts being the most effective. In vitro studies indicate potential for use as an alternative to conventional antibiotics, particularly with extract-loaded biopatches showing pronounced antibacterial activity against Staphylococcus aureus. The plant also contains flavan-3-ol oligomers that act as antioxidants but requires further research for definitive applications in skin care. No major safety issues or drug interactions have been recorded, though comprehensive clinical trials are necessary to fully understand its potential benefits and risks.
- Best evidence
- A
- Cautions
- —
Informational only. Traditional use does not mean proven effectiveness. Evidence and safety vary — check the cited sources.
What the science says
- Agrimonia eupatoria showed promise in skin care applications, though its efficacy requires further investigation.
- The study found that Agrimonia eupatoria extract-loaded biopatches showed strong potential as an alternative to conventional antibiotics in hernia repair due to their antibacterial and anti-inflammatory properties.
- Agrimonia eupatoria extracts showed varying degrees of antibiofilm activity against tested bacterial strains, with acetone and ethyl acetate extracts being the most effective.
- Agrimonia eupatoria showed flavan-3-ol oligomers as active antioxidants, among other species with distinct metabolite profiles.
Frequently asked questions
What is Agrimony?
Agrimony (Agrimonia eupatoria) 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 Agrimony?
4 sourced findings are recorded for Agrimony; the strongest carries evidence grade A. For example: Agrimonia eupatoria showed promise in skin care applications, though its efficacy requires further investigation.
How strong is the evidence for Agrimony?
The strongest finding for Agrimony carries evidence grade A — strong evidence. Grades run A (strongest) to D (preliminary or traditional).
Is Agrimony safe? What are the side effects?
No major safety issues are recorded for Agrimony in our sources, but the data may be incomplete. Consult a qualified professional before use.
Does Agrimony interact with medications?
No drug interactions are recorded for Agrimony in our sources. This does not rule them out — check with a pharmacist.
What are the common names of Agrimony?
Agrimony is also known as: Репешок обыкновенный, Aigremoine.
Is Agrimony 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.
Sources
- T2 Evaluating efficacy, safety, and innovation in skin care applications of essential oils: a systematic review. literature abstract metadata
- T2 Comparison of the phenolic and antioxidant potential of five European herbal remedies by effect-directed analysis using offline two-dimensional liquid chromatography-high resolution mass spectrometry. literature abstract metadata
- T2 Novel 3D-printed polycaprolactone/gelatin based biopatches loaded with natural antibacterial agents for hernia treatment. literature abstract metadata
- T2 Antibiofilm Activity of Agrimonia eupatoria Extracts Against Clinically Relevant Pathogens. literature abstract metadata