Fragrant olive, Sweet olive, Tea olive
Osmanthus fragrans
Osmanthus fragrans, commonly known as fragrant osmanthus or goldenrain tree, is a traditional plant with origins in East Asia. While its use in traditional medicine has not been extensively documented, it has been studied for various applications. Scientific research indicates that Osmanthus fragrans leaves can be used to develop carbon dots that improve anode performance in zinc-ion batteries by suppressing dendrite growth and corrosion. Additionally, studies have explored the plant's genetic and metabolic responses to pathogens like B. dothidea and heavy metal stress (Pb), revealing key genes involved in defense mechanisms. However, there is currently no substantial scientific evidence supporting its use in traditional medicine or human health applications. No significant safety concerns or drug interactions have been recorded for Osmanthus fragrans.
- Best evidence
- D
- Cautions
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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 waste Osmanthus fragrans leaves-derived carbon dots can construct an endogenous hybrid interphase on Zn anodes, improving AZIB performance by suppressing dendrite growth, hydrogen evolution, and corrosion.
- The study identified key genes and metabolites involved in osmanthus defense against B. dothidea infection through integrated transcriptomic and metabolomic analyses.
- OfDEFA, a MADS-box transcription factor, regulates linalool biosynthesis in Osmanthus fragrans flowers through direct binding to promoter regions and activation of related genes.
- Pb stress significantly altered Pb accumulation, induced oxidative damage, and elicited tissue-specific responses in roots and leaves of Osmanthus fragrans.
Frequently asked questions
What is Fragrant olive, Sweet olive, Tea olive?
Fragrant olive, Sweet olive, Tea olive (Osmanthus fragrans) 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 Fragrant olive, Sweet olive, Tea olive?
4 sourced findings are recorded for Fragrant olive, Sweet olive, Tea olive; the strongest carries evidence grade D. For example: The study found that waste Osmanthus fragrans leaves-derived carbon dots can construct an endogenous hybrid interphase on Zn anodes, improving AZIB performance by suppressing dendrite growth, hydrogen evolution, and corrosion.
How strong is the evidence for Fragrant olive, Sweet olive, Tea olive?
The strongest finding for Fragrant olive, Sweet olive, Tea olive carries evidence grade D — preliminary or traditional. Grades run A (strongest) to D (preliminary or traditional).
Is Fragrant olive, Sweet olive, Tea olive safe? What are the side effects?
No major safety issues are recorded for Fragrant olive, Sweet olive, Tea olive in our sources, but the data may be incomplete. Consult a qualified professional before use.
Does Fragrant olive, Sweet olive, Tea olive interact with medications?
No drug interactions are recorded for Fragrant olive, Sweet olive, Tea olive in our sources. This does not rule them out — check with a pharmacist.
What are the common names of Fragrant olive, Sweet olive, Tea olive?
Fragrant olive, Sweet olive, Tea olive is also known as: Olivier odorant.
Is Fragrant olive, Sweet olive, Tea olive 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 Integrated phenotypic, physiological, transcriptomic and metabolomic analyses uncover the mechanisms underlying root and leaf responses of Osmanthus fragrans to Pb toxicity. literature abstract metadata
- T2 The MADS-box Transcription Factor OfDEFA Orchestrates Floral Aroma Biosynthesis in Osmanthus fragrans Flowers through a Dual-Layer Transcriptional Regulatory Network. literature abstract metadata
- T2 Integrated multi-omics analysis revealed the response mechanism of Osmanthus fragrans leaves against the infection by Botryosphaeria dothidea. literature abstract metadata
- T2 Breaking the interfacial stability bottleneck of Zn anode via biomass carbon dots-enabled endogenous hybrid interphase. literature abstract metadata