Leontopodium
Leontopodium
Leontopodium, commonly known as edelweiss, is a traditional Alpine plant with origins in the mountainous regions of Europe and Asia. Traditionally, it has not been extensively used in any specific medical or folk practices. Scientific evidence suggests that cosmetics containing meristem cells from Leontopodium alpinum and other plants were safe and showed some improvement in skin markers among menopausal women. In agricultural settings, supplementation with Leontopodium alpinum reduced liver enzyme activities, cholesterol, and triglycerides while enhancing hematological parameters and gene expression related to metabolism and antioxidants in broiler chickens. Additionally, studies identified six compounds from various alpine plants, including Leontopodium, as potential PDE4 inhibitors, with one analogue showing comparable activity to known inhibitors. No major safety issues or drug interactions have been recorded for this plant.
- Best evidence
- B
- 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 cosmetics containing meristem cells from Leontopodium alpinum and other plants were safe and improved some skin markers in menopausal women.
- Leontopodium alpinum supplementation reduced liver enzyme activities, cholesterol, and triglycerides while enhancing hematological parameters and gene expression related to metabolism and antioxidants in broiler chickens.
- The study found that both roots and leaves of various alpine plants, including Leontopodium, host nitrogen-fixing bacteria, though root diversity is greater.
- Six compounds, including leoligin, were identified as potential PDE4 inhibitors, with one analogue, LT-104A, showing comparable activity to known inhibitors.
Frequently asked questions
What is Leontopodium?
Leontopodium (Leontopodium) 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 Leontopodium?
4 sourced findings are recorded for Leontopodium; the strongest carries evidence grade B. For example: The study found that cosmetics containing meristem cells from Leontopodium alpinum and other plants were safe and improved some skin markers in menopausal women.
How strong is the evidence for Leontopodium?
The strongest finding for Leontopodium carries evidence grade B — moderate evidence. Grades run A (strongest) to D (preliminary or traditional).
Is Leontopodium safe? What are the side effects?
No major safety issues are recorded for Leontopodium in our sources, but the data may be incomplete. Consult a qualified professional before use.
Does Leontopodium interact with medications?
No drug interactions are recorded for Leontopodium in our sources. This does not rule them out — check with a pharmacist.
What are the common names of Leontopodium?
Leontopodium is also known as: Эдельвейс.
Is Leontopodium 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 Effects of Plant Meristem-Cell-Based Cosmetics on Menopausal Skin: Clinical Data and Mechanisms. literature abstract metadata
- T2 Identification of a novel PDE4 inhibitor inspired by leoligin-derived lignans. literature abstract metadata
- T2 Symbiotic N-Fixing Bacteria in the Root and Leaf of Typical Alpine Grassland Plants. literature abstract metadata
- T2 Effects of Leontopodium alpinum supplementation on blood parameters, hepatic histology, and gene expression in broiler chickens. literature abstract metadata