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Deal

Pinus

Pinus, a genus of coniferous trees, is traditionally not associated with any specific medicinal practices. However, research has shown that essential oil-based dentifrices containing Pinus strobus can reduce the load of Candida albicans without significantly affecting cell viability or metabolism. Additionally, studies indicate that up to 50% sewage sludge incorporation into Pinus wood powder pellets maintains acceptable fuel properties for energy applications. At the molecular level, both BxGST3 and BxGST1 were up-regulated during infection, and RNAi-mediated silencing of these genes affected nematode feeding and reproduction. UV-B pre-exposure was found to influence high light stress tolerance differently in Norway spruce and Scots pine depending on photoperiod. No major safety issues or drug interactions have been recorded for Pinus.

At a glance
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 use of essential oil-based dentifrices with Pinus strobus reduced C. albicans load without significantly affecting cell viability or metabolism. B PMID
  • The study found that incorporating up to 50% sewage sludge into Pinus wood powder pellets maintained acceptable fuel properties for energy applications. D PMID
  • Both BxGST3 and BxGST1 were up-regulated during infection and RNAi-mediated silencing affected nematode feeding and reproduction. D PMID
  • UV-B pre-exposure influenced high light stress tolerance differently in Norway spruce and Scots pine depending on photoperiod. D PMID
  • Mycorrhization with Pisolithus orientalis improved the transplant survival of Pinus elliottii somatic embryo-derived plantlets. D PMID
  • The study identified six SND family members in Pinus massoniana and found that overexpression of PmSND4 increased stem xylem cell wall thickness and lignin/hemicellulose contents in transgenic poplar. D PMID
  • The study identified Cronartium orientale as the pathogen causing pine gall rust on Huangshan pine in China. D PMID
  • Three new species of Dacryobolus fungi, D. caesius, D. odontoides, and D. yunnanensis, were described based on specimens collected from Pinus yunnanensis in southwestern China. D PMID
  • A comprehensive analysis identified 116 TLP genes in Pinus taeda, with eight showing differential expression during pine wood nematode infection. D PMID
  • Radiation exposure in 1986 caused dose-dependent wood anomalies and reduced hydraulic capacity in Scots pine, with recovery pathways varying from transport-first to safety-first strategies. D PMID
  • Mixed-species afforestation increased soil carbon and nitrogen storage more than monocultures, primarily due to higher proportions of larger aggregates. D PMID

Frequently asked questions

What is Deal?

Deal (Pinus) 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 Deal?

11 sourced findings are recorded for Deal; the strongest carries evidence grade B. For example: The use of essential oil-based dentifrices with Pinus strobus reduced C. albicans load without significantly affecting cell viability or metabolism.

How strong is the evidence for Deal?

The strongest finding for Deal carries evidence grade B — moderate evidence. Grades run A (strongest) to D (preliminary or traditional).

Is Deal safe? What are the side effects?

No major safety issues are recorded for Deal in our sources, but the data may be incomplete. Consult a qualified professional before use.

Does Deal interact with medications?

No drug interactions are recorded for Deal in our sources. This does not rule them out — check with a pharmacist.

What are the common names of Deal?

Deal is also known as: Сосна, pin.

Is Deal 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

  1. T2 Clinical trial of essential oil-based dentifrices for denture cleaning and patient satisfaction. literature abstract metadata
  2. T2 Photoperiod modulates UV-B-induced acclimation to high light in Norway spruce and Scots pine seedlings. literature abstract metadata
  3. T2 Cloning and functional analysis of glutathione S-transferase gene BxGST3 and BxGST1 in Bursaphelenchus xylophilus. literature abstract metadata
  4. T2 Production and characterization of pellets with sewage sludge for use as an energy and environmental alternative. literature abstract metadata
  5. T2 Hidden radiation legacy revealed in Scots pine's xylem structure and hydraulic function after the Chornobyl accident. literature abstract metadata
  6. T2 Comprehensive Analysis of the TLP Gene Family in Pine and Functional Implications in Response to Pine Wood Nematode Infection. literature abstract metadata
  7. T2 Occurrence of Pine Gall Rust on Huangshan Pine Caused by Cronartium orientale in China. literature abstract metadata
  8. T2 Studies on the Identification of the SND Gene Family in Pinus massoniana Lamb. and the Function of PmSND4 in Secondary Cell Wall Formation. literature abstract metadata
  9. T2 Ectomycorrhizal Symbiosis as a Bio-Enhancement Strategy for Transplantation of Somatic Embryo-Derived Pinus elliottii. literature abstract metadata
  10. T2 Three new species of Dacryobolus (Polyporales, Basidiomycota) from southern China. literature abstract metadata
  11. T2 Mixed-species afforestation stimulates the flow and turnover of carbon and nitrogen within soil aggregates in a degraded karst ecosystem. literature abstract metadata

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