Erodium cicutarium
Erodium cicutarium
Erodium cicutarium, commonly known as bloody cranesbill or field cranesbill, is a plant traditionally found in Europe and Asia. While it has been used for various purposes such as fodder and soil stabilization, there are no recorded traditional medicinal uses specific to Erodium cicutarium. Scientific evidence suggests that 5-azaC (5-azacytidine) exposure can upregulate certain genes across tissues, with more pronounced effects observed in adult leaves. Studies indicate that DNA methylation changes due to 5-Azacytidine treatment can slow development and flowering but do not significantly impact biomass reduction under drought conditions. Additionally, the chloroplast genome of Erodium cicutarium has been sequenced, revealing a length of 114,652 bp containing 111 genes. Long-term 5-Azacytidine treatment combined with recurrent water stress led to significant interactions affecting DNA methylation levels in the plant. Safety and drug interaction data for Erodium cicutarium are currently limited; no major safety issues or known drug interactions have been recorded. However, further research is needed to fully understand its potential effects 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 found that seed exposure to 5-azaC upregulated specific genes across tissues, with more differential expressions in adult leaves.
- DNA methylation changes due to 5-azacytidine slowed development and flowering but did not significantly affect biomass reduction under drought.
- The chloroplast genome of Erodium cicutarium was sequenced and found to be 114,652 bp long, containing 111 genes.
- Long-term 5-Azacytidine treatment combined with recurrent water stress led to significant interactions affecting DNA methylation levels in Erodium cicutarium.
Frequently asked questions
What is Erodium cicutarium?
Erodium cicutarium (Erodium cicutarium) 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 Erodium cicutarium?
4 sourced findings are recorded for Erodium cicutarium; the strongest carries evidence grade D. For example: The study found that seed exposure to 5-azaC upregulated specific genes across tissues, with more differential expressions in adult leaves.
How strong is the evidence for Erodium cicutarium?
The strongest finding for Erodium cicutarium carries evidence grade D — preliminary or traditional. Grades run A (strongest) to D (preliminary or traditional).
Is Erodium cicutarium safe? What are the side effects?
No major safety issues are recorded for Erodium cicutarium in our sources, but the data may be incomplete. Consult a qualified professional before use.
Does Erodium cicutarium interact with medications?
No drug interactions are recorded for Erodium cicutarium in our sources. This does not rule them out — check with a pharmacist.
What are the common names of Erodium cicutarium?
Erodium cicutarium is also known as: Аистник обыкновенный.
Is Erodium cicutarium 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 Long-term methylome changes after experimental seed demethylation and their interaction with recurrent water stress in Erodium cicutarium (Geraniaceae). literature abstract metadata
- T2 The complete chloroplast genome of Erodium cicutarium (Linnaeus) l' Héritier ex Aiton 1789 (Geraniaceae): genome characterization and phylogenetic consideration. literature abstract metadata
- T2 A dynamic epigenetic perspective on above- and belowground phenotypic responses to drought: Insights from global DNA methylation in Erodium cicutarium. literature abstract metadata
- T2 Understanding epigenetic regulation in non-model plants: Transcriptomic responses to seed demethylation in leaves and roots of the annual herb Erodium cicutarium (Geraniaceae). literature abstract metadata