Cananga tree
Cananga odorata
Cananga odorata, commonly known as ylang-ylang, is a tree native to Southeast Asia and widely cultivated in tropical regions. Traditionally, its use has not been extensively documented; however, it has gained some attention in various cultural practices for its aromatic properties. Scientific studies have shown that storage duration and harvest time significantly impact the yield and volatile composition of ylang-ylang oil. Additionally, extracts from Cananga odorata leaves and Lantana camara showed varying levels of uPA inhibition and cytotoxicity against MCF-7 breast cancer cells, with some promising results. A mixture of S. aromaticum and C. odorata essential oils demonstrated significant enhanced antioxidant and antimicrobial activity in certain studies. Furthermore, ylang-ylang essential oil and three selected compounds exhibited varying degrees of acaricidal activity against Haemaphysalis doenitzi through different biochemical mechanisms. To date, no major safety issues or drug interactions have been recorded for Cananga odorata.
- 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
- Storage duration and harvest time significantly affect ylang-ylang oil yield and volatile composition.
- Cananga odorata and Lantana camara leaf extracts showed varying levels of uPA inhibition and cytotoxicity against MCF-7 breast cancer cells.
- The study found that a mixture of S. aromaticum and C. odorata essential oils showed significant enhanced antioxidant and antimicrobial activity.
- Cananga odorata essential oil and three selected compounds showed significant acaricidal activity against Haemaphysalis doenitzi through various mechanisms.
Frequently asked questions
What is Cananga tree?
Cananga tree (Cananga odorata) 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 Cananga tree?
4 sourced findings are recorded for Cananga tree; the strongest carries evidence grade D. For example: Storage duration and harvest time significantly affect ylang-ylang oil yield and volatile composition.
How strong is the evidence for Cananga tree?
The strongest finding for Cananga tree carries evidence grade D — preliminary or traditional. Grades run A (strongest) to D (preliminary or traditional).
Is Cananga tree safe? What are the side effects?
No major safety issues are recorded for Cananga tree in our sources, but the data may be incomplete. Consult a qualified professional before use.
Does Cananga tree interact with medications?
No drug interactions are recorded for Cananga tree in our sources. This does not rule them out — check with a pharmacist.
What are the common names of Cananga tree?
Cananga tree is also known as: Иланг-иланг, Ylang-ylang.
Is Cananga tree 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 Predictive mixture design of three essential oil blends to enhance antioxidant and antimicrobial activity for food security and nutrition. literature abstract metadata
- T2 Urokinase plasminogen activator inhibitory and anti-breast cancer activity of Cananga odorata and Lantana camara leaf extracts from optimization of ultrasound-assisted extraction. literature abstract metadata
- T2 Effect of Flower Storage and Harvest Times on the Dynamics of Volatile Compounds in Ylang-Ylang [Cananga odorata (Lam.) Hook.f. &Thomson] Essential Oil. literature abstract metadata
- T2 Acaricidal efficacy and biochemical effects of Cananga odorata essential oil and three selected compounds against Haemaphysalis doenitzi (Acari: Ixodidae). literature abstract metadata