Ethiopian lentil
Lathyrus sativus
Lathyrus sativus, commonly known as Turkish grass pea, is a traditional legume used in various cuisines. While its medicinal uses are not well-documented, studies have shown promising results in wound healing and zinc detection. In diabetic wound healing, an optimized silk fibroin-based hydrogel with Ag-GQD composite demonstrated superior performance compared to controls. Research on Turkish grass pea varieties indicated acceptable seed yields but noted slightly higher β-ODAP content than previous reports. Notably, a study found that 6.6% of consumers in Delanta, Ethiopia, experienced neurolathyrism, suggesting potential neurological risks associated with its consumption. Safety and drug interaction concerns are currently unreported; however, further research is needed to fully understand the plant's effects.
- 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 prevalence of neurolathyrism among Lathyrus sativus consumers in Delanta, Ethiopia, was 6.6%, with factors including age, sex, education, family size, and land lease status significantly associated.
- The optimized silk fibroin-based hydrogel with Ag-GQD loading achieved complete re-epithelialization within nine days, outperforming controls in a diabetic rat wound model.
- The study evaluated Turkish grass pea varieties for seed yield and β-ODAP content, finding acceptable yields but slightly higher β-ODAP concentrations than previous reports.
- BFC, a fluorescent sensor, effectively detected zinc ions in Lathyrus sativus with ratiometric red-shifted fluorescence.
Frequently asked questions
What is Ethiopian lentil?
Ethiopian lentil (Lathyrus sativus) 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 Ethiopian lentil?
4 sourced findings are recorded for Ethiopian lentil; the strongest carries evidence grade D. For example: The prevalence of neurolathyrism among Lathyrus sativus consumers in Delanta, Ethiopia, was 6.6%, with factors including age, sex, education, family size, and land lease status significantly associated.
How strong is the evidence for Ethiopian lentil?
The strongest finding for Ethiopian lentil carries evidence grade D — preliminary or traditional. Grades run A (strongest) to D (preliminary or traditional).
Is Ethiopian lentil safe? What are the side effects?
No major safety issues are recorded for Ethiopian lentil in our sources, but the data may be incomplete. Consult a qualified professional before use.
Does Ethiopian lentil interact with medications?
No drug interactions are recorded for Ethiopian lentil in our sources. This does not rule them out — check with a pharmacist.
What are the common names of Ethiopian lentil?
Ethiopian lentil is also known as: Чина посевная, Gesse.
Is Ethiopian lentil 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 Neurolathyrism in Delanta, Ethiopia: prevalence, associated factors, and social impact: a cross-sectional study. literature abstract metadata
- T2 Evaluating some local grass pea (Lathyrus sativus L.) varieties under warm humid continental climate conditions for agricultural sustainability with a special reference to seed yield and β-ODAP content. literature abstract metadata
- T2 Synergistic silver nanoparticle-graphene quantum dot composites in silk fibroin/lathyrus protein-oxidized alginate hydrogels for accelerated diabetic wound healing. literature abstract metadata
- T2 A furano-ortho-vanillin conjugate for fluorogenic ratiometric and selective Zn2+ sensing: theoretical insights and biological studies. literature abstract metadata