Alangium chinense
Alangium chinense
Alangium chinense, also known as Chinese coral tree or red silk tree, is a plant traditionally found in East Asia. While its use in traditional medicine has not been extensively documented, studies have focused on its botanical characteristics and potential applications. Research indicates that the sorted areas of its floral parts and leaves can be accurately described using a geometric series, with the leaf area distribution of A. chinense fitting this model well. The generalized performance equation (GPE) was validated in describing these distributions, showing negligible differences between computer recognition and manual measurement methods for leaf area estimation. Scientific evidence suggests that A. chinense may increase AST and ALT levels in serum and cause varying degrees of liver damage in a dose-dependent manner; however, this finding is based on limited data. No major safety issues or drug interactions have been recorded to date.
- Best evidence
- D
- Cautions
- —
Informational only. Traditional use does not mean proven effectiveness. Evidence and safety vary — check the cited sources.
What the science says
- The sorted areas of floral parts and leaves from certain species, including Alangium chinense, can be fitted by a geometric series.
- The generalized performance equation (GPE) was found to be valid in describing the leaf area distributions of Alangium chinense, with the lowest RMSE and AIC values.
- The study found negligible differences in leaf area estimation using computer recognition versus manual measurement methods for Alangium chinense leaves.
- A. chinense increased AST and ALT levels in serum and caused varying degrees of liver damage in a dose-dependent manner.
Frequently asked questions
What is Alangium chinense?
Alangium chinense (Alangium chinense) 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 Alangium chinense?
4 sourced findings are recorded for Alangium chinense; the strongest carries evidence grade D. For example: The sorted areas of floral parts and leaves from certain species, including Alangium chinense, can be fitted by a geometric series.
How strong is the evidence for Alangium chinense?
The strongest finding for Alangium chinense carries evidence grade D — preliminary or traditional. Grades run A (strongest) to D (preliminary or traditional).
Is Alangium chinense safe? What are the side effects?
No major safety issues are recorded for Alangium chinense in our sources, but the data may be incomplete. Consult a qualified professional before use.
Does Alangium chinense interact with medications?
No drug interactions are recorded for Alangium chinense in our sources. This does not rule them out — check with a pharmacist.
What are the common names of Alangium chinense?
Alangium chinense is also known as: umukote.
Is Alangium chinense 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 Comparison between computer recognition and manual measurement methods for the estimation of leaf area. literature abstract metadata
- T2 Comparison of five equations in describing the variation of leaf area distributions of Alangium chinense (Lour.) Harms. literature abstract metadata
- T2 Geometric series exists in nature: Evidence from sorted area sequences of floral parts and leaves. literature abstract metadata
- T2 Serum pharmacochemistry combined with network pharmacology reveals the hepatotoxicity mechanism of Alangium chinense (Lour.) Harms. literature abstract metadata