Indian Woodapple
Limonia acidissima
Limonia acidissima, commonly known as bitter orange, is a traditional plant with origins in tropical and subtropical regions. Its use in traditional medicine has not been extensively documented. Scientific evidence indicates that leaf extracts of Limonia acidissima provide significant corrosion protection for mild steel in acidic environments, achieving 92.52% protection at 800 ppm. In functional food studies, the leaves were found to improve kidney function and reduce oxidative stress in rats caused by gentamicin (GM) administration, though there was no statistical difference in superoxide dismutase (SOD) levels. The plant's mitochondrial plastid DNA has been characterized, revealing variations in the number, size, and gene content among angiosperms. Antiviral potential was noted to be highest in leaf extracts compared to other parts of the plant, though specific health benefits have not been conclusively demonstrated. No major safety concerns or drug interactions have been recorded for Limonia acidissima.
- 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
- All three functional foods significantly improved kidney function and reduced oxidative stress in rats with gentamicin-induced nephrotoxicity, though SOD levels did not statistically differ.
- The study characterized the mitochondrial plastid DNA of Limonia acidissima, revealing a wide range in the number, size, and gene content of MTPTs among angiosperms.
- The study found that Limonia acidissima leaves showed the highest antiviral potential among the tested plant parts, though no specific health effects were observed.
- Limonia acidissima leaf extract showed significant corrosion protection for mild steel in acidic medium, achieving 92.52% protection at 800 ppm.
- The study synthesized Limonia acidissima gum-based biopolymer/samarium substituted hydroxyapatite biocomposites with improved properties for potential bone tissue engineering applications.
Frequently asked questions
What is Indian Woodapple?
Indian Woodapple (Limonia acidissima) 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 Indian Woodapple?
5 sourced findings are recorded for Indian Woodapple; the strongest carries evidence grade D. For example: All three functional foods significantly improved kidney function and reduced oxidative stress in rats with gentamicin-induced nephrotoxicity, though SOD levels did not statistically differ.
How strong is the evidence for Indian Woodapple?
The strongest finding for Indian Woodapple carries evidence grade D — preliminary or traditional. Grades run A (strongest) to D (preliminary or traditional).
Is Indian Woodapple safe? What are the side effects?
No major safety issues are recorded for Indian Woodapple in our sources, but the data may be incomplete. Consult a qualified professional before use.
Does Indian Woodapple interact with medications?
No drug interactions are recorded for Indian Woodapple in our sources. This does not rule them out — check with a pharmacist.
What are the common names of Indian Woodapple?
Indian Woodapple is also known as: Деревянное яблоко.
Is Indian Woodapple 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 Comparative metabolomics analysis of Citrus medica var. sarcodactylis Swingle and Limonia acidissima Linn. Fruits and leaves cultivated in Egypt in context to their antiviral effects. literature abstract metadata
- T2 New Insights into the Diversity of Mitochondrial Plastid DNA. literature abstract metadata
- T2 Nephroprotection of Wood Apple (Limonia acidissima), Water Spinach (Ipomoea aquatica), and Moringa (Moringa oleifera) on Gentamicin-Induced Nephrotoxicity and Oxidative Stress in Rat Model. literature abstract metadata
- T2 Limonia acidissima as green corrosion inhibitor for mild steel in acidic medium: phytochemical screening, electrochemical studies, and surface morphology. literature abstract metadata
- T2 Synthesis of Limonia acidissima gum-based biopolymer/samarium substituted hydroxyapatite biocomposite for bone tissue engineering applications. literature abstract metadata