Nuphar lutea
Nuphar lutea
Nuphar lutea, commonly known as yellow water-lily, is a plant traditionally found in small lakes and ponds across Europe and Asia. While its use in traditional medicine has not been extensively documented, it plays an important ecological role due to the presence of 137 major low-molecular-weight organic compounds identified in its leaves. Scientific studies have shown that beyond 14.4 μGy/h radiation exposure, Nuphar lutea exhibits increased sterile pollen grains and morphological changes, though the broader implications of these findings are not yet well understood. Currently, there is no significant evidence to suggest major safety concerns or drug interactions associated with Nuphar lutea.
- 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 choice of bioinformatic pipeline significantly affects the identification and composition of microbial communities in Nuphar lutea leaf biofilms.
- Nuphar lutea contains 137 major low-molecular-weight organic compounds, with fatty acids being among the most prevalent.
- Pollen viability remains stable below 14.4 μGy/h total absorbed dose rate, but beyond this threshold, the percentage of sterile grains nearly quintuples.
- Nuphar lutea was one of the most common species found in small lakes, but its presence and coverage varied across different lakes.
Frequently asked questions
What is Nuphar lutea?
Nuphar lutea (Nuphar lutea) 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 Nuphar lutea?
4 sourced findings are recorded for Nuphar lutea; the strongest carries evidence grade D. For example: The choice of bioinformatic pipeline significantly affects the identification and composition of microbial communities in Nuphar lutea leaf biofilms.
How strong is the evidence for Nuphar lutea?
The strongest finding for Nuphar lutea carries evidence grade D — preliminary or traditional. Grades run A (strongest) to D (preliminary or traditional).
Is Nuphar lutea safe? What are the side effects?
No major safety issues are recorded for Nuphar lutea in our sources, but the data may be incomplete. Consult a qualified professional before use.
Does Nuphar lutea interact with medications?
No drug interactions are recorded for Nuphar lutea in our sources. This does not rule them out — check with a pharmacist.
What are the common names of Nuphar lutea?
Nuphar lutea is also known as: Кубышка жёлтая, Nénuphar jaune.
Is Nuphar lutea 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 Does long-term radiation exposure in Chornobyl impact the reproductive structures of Nuphar lutea (Linné) Smith? literature abstract metadata
- T2 Microbial methods matter: Identifying discrepancies between microbiome denoising pipelines using a leaf biofilm taphonomic dataset. literature abstract metadata
- T2 Seasonal quantification of aquatic macrophytes in small boreal lakes with multiscale remote sensing. literature abstract metadata
- T2 Major Low-Molecular-Weight Metabolites from Freshwater Aquatic Macrophytes: Ecological Aspects. literature abstract metadata