Bastard Indigo
Amorpha fruticosa
Amorpha fruticosa, commonly known as lead plant or false indigo bush, is a shrub native to North America. Traditionally, its use in medicine has not been well-documented; however, it has been employed for various purposes such as soil stabilization and erosion control due to its deep root system. Scientific evidence suggests that Amorpha fruticosa contains ononin, which has shown potential in enhancing plant stress tolerance, particularly osmotic and salt-alkali stresses. Additionally, studies indicate that microbial inoculation can improve the plant's growth by altering root exudates and associated microbial networks, potentially reducing cadmium toxicity. No significant safety concerns or drug interactions have been reported for Amorpha fruticosa; however, further research is needed to fully understand its potential benefits and applications.
- 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 study identified ononin as a characteristic component of Amorpha fruticosa honey, present at 76.84-93.27 μg/kg.
- Transgenic tobacco overexpressing AfBBX showed enhanced tolerance to osmotic and salt-alkali stresses.
- The combined treatment with chemical amendments and Trichoderma harzianum significantly improved plant growth and reduced cadmium toxicity in Amorpha fruticosa.
- Inoculation with cadmium/lead-tolerant bacteria enhanced Amorpha fruticosa's biomass and metal accumulation, shifting key microbial taxa and improving soil microbial stability.
- Microbial inoculation enhanced soil aggregation and carbon stabilization via changes in root exudates and associated microbial networks.
Frequently asked questions
What is Bastard Indigo?
Bastard Indigo (Amorpha fruticosa) 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 Bastard Indigo?
5 sourced findings are recorded for Bastard Indigo; the strongest carries evidence grade D. For example: The study identified ononin as a characteristic component of Amorpha fruticosa honey, present at 76.84-93.27 μg/kg.
How strong is the evidence for Bastard Indigo?
The strongest finding for Bastard Indigo carries evidence grade D — preliminary or traditional. Grades run A (strongest) to D (preliminary or traditional).
Is Bastard Indigo safe? What are the side effects?
No major safety issues are recorded for Bastard Indigo in our sources, but the data may be incomplete. Consult a qualified professional before use.
Does Bastard Indigo interact with medications?
No drug interactions are recorded for Bastard Indigo in our sources. This does not rule them out — check with a pharmacist.
What are the common names of Bastard Indigo?
Bastard Indigo is also known as: Аморфа кустарниковая, Amorphe arbustive, Indigo du Bush, Amorphe buissonnante, Faux indigo.
Is Bastard Indigo 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 Metabolomics-Based Identification of Characteristic Phytogenic Components of Honey of Medicinal Plant Amorpha fruticosa L. literature abstract metadata
- T2 Inoculation with cadmium/lead-tolerant bacteria enhances phytoremediation of Amorpha fruticosa L. by shifting key taxa and improving microbial stability. literature abstract metadata
- T2 Microbial inoculations enhance soil aggregation and carbon stabilization via root exudate-mediated microbial association networks. literature abstract metadata
- T2 Investigating the phytohormone-antioxidant interplay mediated by soil amendments and Trichoderma harzianum for enhanced cadmium remediation in Cosmos bipinnatus and Amorpha fruticosa. literature abstract metadata
- T2 Functional Characterization of AfBBX from Amorpha fruticosa in Enhancing Osmotic and Salt-Alkali Tolerance in Transgenic Tobacco. literature abstract metadata