Asiatic poisonbulb
Crinum asiaticum
Crinum asiaticum, a plant traditionally used in various Asian herbal practices but with no specific recorded uses, has shown promise through preliminary scientific investigations. Studies have identified potential cytochrome P450 enzymes involved in amaryllidaceae alkaloid biosynthesis and developed an efficient micropropagation protocol for the plant via direct somatic embryogenesis. Additionally, a new dimeric alkaloid was isolated from Crinum asiaticum bulbs along with five known compounds, which were evaluated for their acetylcholinesterase inhibitory activities. The synthesis of ZnO nanoparticles using increasing volumes of Crinum asiaticum leaf extract also demonstrated enhanced crystallinity and stability. Scientific evidence is limited, but 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 study developed an efficient in vitro micropropagation protocol for Crinum asiaticum via direct somatic embryogenesis, confirming genetic fidelity and identifying bioactive compounds.
- A new dimeric alkaloid was isolated from Crinum asiaticum bulbs along with five known compounds, and their acetylcholinesterase inhibitory activities were evaluated.
- The study found that increasing the volume of Crinum asiaticum leaf extract enhances the crystallinity and stability of synthesized ZnO nanoparticles.
- A Support Vector Machine algorithm predicted 19 putative cytochrome P450 enzymes in Crinum asiaticum involved in amaryllidaceae alkaloid biosynthesis.
Frequently asked questions
What is Asiatic poisonbulb?
Asiatic poisonbulb (Crinum asiaticum) 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 Asiatic poisonbulb?
4 sourced findings are recorded for Asiatic poisonbulb; the strongest carries evidence grade D. For example: The study developed an efficient in vitro micropropagation protocol for Crinum asiaticum via direct somatic embryogenesis, confirming genetic fidelity and identifying bioactive compounds.
How strong is the evidence for Asiatic poisonbulb?
The strongest finding for Asiatic poisonbulb carries evidence grade D — preliminary or traditional. Grades run A (strongest) to D (preliminary or traditional).
Is Asiatic poisonbulb safe? What are the side effects?
No major safety issues are recorded for Asiatic poisonbulb in our sources, but the data may be incomplete. Consult a qualified professional before use.
Does Asiatic poisonbulb interact with medications?
No drug interactions are recorded for Asiatic poisonbulb in our sources. This does not rule them out — check with a pharmacist.
What are the common names of Asiatic poisonbulb?
Asiatic poisonbulb is also known as: Кринум азиатский, Crine d'Asie.
Is Asiatic poisonbulb 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 Green Synthesis and Characterization of ZnO Nanoparticles Using Crinum Asiaticum Leaf Extracts for Biomedical Applications. literature abstract metadata
- T2 Phytochemical investigation of Crinum asiaticum L.: isolation and characterisation of a new dimeric alkaloid and evaluation of acetylcholinesterase inhibition with molecular docking. literature abstract metadata
- T2 Direct somatic embryogenesis, genetic fidelity assessment and GC-MS analysis of regenerated Crinum asiaticum L. Plants. literature abstract metadata
- T2 Machine Learning-Assisted Discovery of Cytochromes P450 Putatively Involved in the Biosynthesis of Amaryllidaceae Alkaloids in Crinum asiaticum L. literature abstract metadata