Spurge
Homalanthus populneus
Homalanthus populneus, commonly known as the poplar tree or manila maple, is a plant traditionally used by various indigenous communities in Southeast Asia. While its specific traditional medicinal uses are not well-documented, it has been included in studies that identify plants used by different tribes such as the Agusan Manobo. Scientific evidence on Homalanthus populneus is limited; one study noted that 27% of Euphorbiaceae species tested showed tumour-promoter activity, but this does not specifically pertain to Homalanthus populneus itself. Safety concerns for the plant are currently non-existent, with no major issues recorded. There have been no reports of drug interactions involving Homalanthus populneus as well.
- 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 highlights that 156 unstudied plant species from Sabah have potential for further investigation into their phytochemical and pharmacological properties.
- Twenty-seven percent of 48 Euphorbiaceae species tested showed tumour-promoter activity.
- This study documented the traditional use of 122 medicinal plant species by the Agusan Manobo tribe, with strong consensus on their uses.
- The study identified 92 types of weathered wood substrates supporting Schizophyllum commune growth, with varying mineral and phytochemical compositions.
Frequently asked questions
What is Spurge?
Spurge (Homalanthus populneus) 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 Spurge?
4 sourced findings are recorded for Spurge; the strongest carries evidence grade D. For example: The study highlights that 156 unstudied plant species from Sabah have potential for further investigation into their phytochemical and pharmacological properties.
How strong is the evidence for Spurge?
The strongest finding for Spurge carries evidence grade D — preliminary or traditional. Grades run A (strongest) to D (preliminary or traditional).
Is Spurge safe? What are the side effects?
No major safety issues are recorded for Spurge in our sources, but the data may be incomplete. Consult a qualified professional before use.
Does Spurge interact with medications?
No drug interactions are recorded for Spurge in our sources. This does not rule them out — check with a pharmacist.
Is Spurge 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 Quantitative ethnopharmacological documentation and molecular confirmation of medicinal plants used by the Manobo tribe of Agusan del Sur, Philippines. literature abstract metadata
- T2 Diversity of substrate type, ethnomycology, mineral composition, proximate, and phytochemical compounds of the Schizopyllum commune Fr. in the area along Palu-Koro Fault, Central Sulawesi, Indonesia. literature abstract metadata
- T2 Medicinal plants of Sabah (North Borneo): lest we forget. literature abstract metadata
- T2 Tumour promoter activity in Malaysian Euphorbiaceae. literature abstract metadata