Burning Bush
Euonymus alatus
Euonymus alatus, commonly known as winged euonymus or Japanese spindle tree, is a traditional plant with origins in East Asia. While it has been used in some herbal practices, no specific traditional uses have been recorded for this particular species. Scientific research indicates that the leaf ethanol extract of Euonymus alatus shows promising antioxidant, antidiabetic, and anticancer effects in vitro, as well as extended lifespan in tumor-bearing mice. Additionally, studies suggest protective effects against oxidative stress and memory impairment. The mitochondrial genome of Tripterygium wilfordii has been annotated, identifying 600 RNA-editing sites and revealing its linear structure, but this does not pertain to Euonymus alatus directly. No major safety issues or drug interactions have been reported for this plant, though further research is needed to confirm these findings comprehensively.
- 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 Euonymus alatus leaf ethanol extract showed strong antioxidant, antidiabetic, and anticancer effects in vitro and extended lifespan in tumor-bearing mice.
- Euonymus alatus leaves and their compounds showed protective effects against hydrogen peroxide-induced oxidative stress in HT22 cells by modulating apoptosis-related markers and increasing antioxidant enzyme levels.
- PCA treatment improved scopolamine-induced memory impairment and reduced oxidative stress markers in mice.
- The study assembled and annotated the mitochondrial genome of Tripterygium wilfordii, revealing its structure and RNA editing events.
Frequently asked questions
What is Burning Bush?
Burning Bush (Euonymus alatus) 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 Burning Bush?
4 sourced findings are recorded for Burning Bush; the strongest carries evidence grade D. For example: The study found that Euonymus alatus leaf ethanol extract showed strong antioxidant, antidiabetic, and anticancer effects in vitro and extended lifespan in tumor-bearing mice.
How strong is the evidence for Burning Bush?
The strongest finding for Burning Bush carries evidence grade D — preliminary or traditional. Grades run A (strongest) to D (preliminary or traditional).
Is Burning Bush safe? What are the side effects?
No major safety issues are recorded for Burning Bush in our sources, but the data may be incomplete. Consult a qualified professional before use.
Does Burning Bush interact with medications?
No drug interactions are recorded for Burning Bush in our sources. This does not rule them out — check with a pharmacist.
What are the common names of Burning Bush?
Burning Bush is also known as: бересклет крылатый.
Is Burning Bush 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 Protocatechuic Acid from Euonymus alatus Mitigates Scopolamine-Induced Memory Impairment in Mice. literature abstract metadata
- T2 Euonymus alatus and its compounds suppress hydrogen peroxide-induced oxidative stress in HT22 cells. literature abstract metadata
- T2 Bioactivity Evaluation and Phytochemical Characterization of Euonymus alatus (Thunb.) Siebold Leaf Extract. literature abstract metadata
- T2 De Novo Hybrid Assembly of the Tripterygium wilfordii Mitochondrial Genome Provides the Chromosomal Mitochondrial DNA Structure and RNA Editing Events. literature abstract metadata