Common leucas
Leucas aspera
Leucas aspera is a plant traditionally used in various folk medicine practices, particularly in India and parts of Southeast Asia. While its specific traditional uses are not well-documented, it has been studied for its potential medicinal properties. Scientific evidence suggests that extracts from Leucas aspera have shown promising results in vitro, including antibacterial, antioxidant, and cytotoxic effects. Additionally, green-synthesized chitosan-doped zinc oxide nanocomposites using the plant's leaf extract demonstrated significant antioxidant, antibacterial, anti-inflammatory activities, and wound-healing potential. However, these findings are preliminary, and further clinical studies are needed to validate these results in human subjects. No major safety concerns or drug interactions have been reported for Leucas aspera; however, caution should be exercised until more comprehensive research is conducted.
- 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 copper nanoparticles synthesized using a polyherbal extract from Hygrophila auriculata and Leucas aspera showed antibacterial, antioxidant, and cytotoxic effects.
- The study found that green-synthesized chitosan-doped zinc oxide nanocomposites using Leucas aspera leaf extract showed significant antioxidant, antibacterial, anti-inflammatory activities, and wound-healing potential.
- The study found that synthesized SrO nanoparticles, green-synthesized from Leucas aspera, showed high degradation efficiency (89%) of pararosaniline under sunlight.
- Leucas aspera showed superior antimicrobial activity and better cytotoxicity compared to 1% NaOCl, but further clinical studies are needed.
Frequently asked questions
What is Common leucas?
Common leucas (Leucas aspera) 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 Common leucas?
4 sourced findings are recorded for Common leucas; the strongest carries evidence grade D. For example: The study found that copper nanoparticles synthesized using a polyherbal extract from Hygrophila auriculata and Leucas aspera showed antibacterial, antioxidant, and cytotoxic effects.
How strong is the evidence for Common leucas?
The strongest finding for Common leucas carries evidence grade D — preliminary or traditional. Grades run A (strongest) to D (preliminary or traditional).
Is Common leucas safe? What are the side effects?
No major safety issues are recorded for Common leucas in our sources, but the data may be incomplete. Consult a qualified professional before use.
Does Common leucas interact with medications?
No drug interactions are recorded for Common leucas in our sources. This does not rule them out — check with a pharmacist.
What are the common names of Common leucas?
Common leucas is also known as: Petit tombé, Herbe à mouches.
Is Common leucas 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 Data-driven analysis of photocatalytic degradation of pararosaniline using green synthesized SrO nanoparticles. literature abstract metadata
- T2 Evaluation of Antimicrobial Efficacy and Cytotoxicity of Phytoextract from Leucas aspera as a Root Canal Irrigant in Primary Tooth: In Vitro Study. literature abstract metadata
- T2 Biofabrication of Leucas aspera-Mediated Chitosan-Zinc Oxide Nanocomposites for In Vitro Antioxidant, Antibacterial, Anti-Inflammatory and Wound-Healing Properties. literature abstract metadata
- T2 Polyherbal-Mediated Synthesis of Copper Nanoparticles Using Hygrophila auriculata and Leucas aspera: Cytotoxicity, Antioxidant Effect, and Antibacterial Potential Against Healthcare-Associated Pathogens. literature abstract metadata