Feroniella lucida
Feroniella lucida
Feroniella lucida is a plant traditionally not used in any known medicinal practices, though its origins are not specified in this context. Scientific studies have isolated several bioactive compounds from Feroniella lucida, including feroniellides D and E, which exhibit potent anticancer activity against certain cell lines. Additionally, new triterpenoids and a furanocoumarin were identified, with one compound showing strong cytotoxicity, antimalarial, and antituberculosis activities. Feronielloside was found to inhibit acetylcholinesterase with an IC50 value of 24.7 mM. While no major safety issues or drug interactions have been recorded, the limited scientific evidence means these findings are preliminary and more research is needed to fully understand its potential 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
- Feroniellides D and E, new triterpenoids from Feroniella lucida, showed more potent anticancer activity than feroniellides A-C against KB and HeLa cells.
- A new furanocoumarin and other compounds were isolated from Feroniella lucida roots, with one showing strong cytotoxicity, antimalarial, and antituberculosis activities.
- The study achieved the synthesis of feroniellins using a "ring-size-divergent" strategy, revising structures and determining absolute configurations.
- Feronielloside, a new compound from Feroniella lucida, inhibits acetylcholinesterase with an IC50 value of 24.7 mM.
Frequently asked questions
What is Feroniella lucida?
Feroniella lucida (Feroniella lucida) 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 Feroniella lucida?
4 sourced findings are recorded for Feroniella lucida; the strongest carries evidence grade D. For example: Feroniellides D and E, new triterpenoids from Feroniella lucida, showed more potent anticancer activity than feroniellides A-C against KB and HeLa cells.
How strong is the evidence for Feroniella lucida?
The strongest finding for Feroniella lucida carries evidence grade D — preliminary or traditional. Grades run A (strongest) to D (preliminary or traditional).
Is Feroniella lucida safe? What are the side effects?
No major safety issues are recorded for Feroniella lucida in our sources, but the data may be incomplete. Consult a qualified professional before use.
Does Feroniella lucida interact with medications?
No drug interactions are recorded for Feroniella lucida in our sources. This does not rule them out — check with a pharmacist.
Is Feroniella lucida 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 Complete NMR assignment and absolute configuration of feronielloside, a new acetylcholinesterase inhibitor from Feroniella lucida. literature abstract metadata
- T2 Chemical constituents from the roots of Feroniella lucida. literature abstract metadata
- T2 Feroniellides C-E, new apotirucallane triterpenoids from the stem bark of Feroniella lucida. literature abstract metadata
- T2 Establishing a "Ring-Size-Divergent" Synthetic Strategy: Synthesis, Structural Revision, and Absolute Configuration of Feroniellins. literature abstract metadata