Pyrola rotundifolia
Pyrola rotundifolia
Pyrola rotundifolia is a plant traditionally found in forested and dune habitats. While it has not been extensively used in traditional medicine, studies have shown that its leaves contain high levels of phenols and flavonoids with moderate antioxidant and cytotoxic activity. A compound injection involving Pyrola rotundifolia and Astragalus membranaceus demonstrated protective effects on guinea pig cochlea and kidney against gentamicin ototoxicity. The complete chloroplast genome of Pyrola decorata, closely related to P. rotundifolia, has been analyzed for the first time, confirming its placement within Group I in phylogenetic analyses. Mycorrhizal communities differ between forest and dune populations, with native seeds showing higher germination success than immigrant seeds. No major safety issues or drug interactions have been recorded for Pyrola rotundifolia.
- 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 leaves of Pyrola rotundifolia contain high levels of phenols and flavonoids with moderate antioxidant and cytotoxic activity.
- The compound injection of Pyrola rotundifolia and Astragalus membranaceus showed protective effects on both guinea pig cochlea and kidney against gentamicin ototoxicity.
- The study identified and analyzed the complete chloroplast genome of Pyrola decorata, confirming its placement within Group I in phylogenetic relationships.
- The study found that Pyrola rotundifolia populations in dunes and forests associate with different mycorrhizal communities, and native seeds have higher germination success than immigrant seeds.
Frequently asked questions
What is Pyrola rotundifolia?
Pyrola rotundifolia (Pyrola rotundifolia) 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 Pyrola rotundifolia?
4 sourced findings are recorded for Pyrola rotundifolia; the strongest carries evidence grade B. For example: The leaves of Pyrola rotundifolia contain high levels of phenols and flavonoids with moderate antioxidant and cytotoxic activity.
How strong is the evidence for Pyrola rotundifolia?
The strongest finding for Pyrola rotundifolia carries evidence grade B — moderate evidence. Grades run A (strongest) to D (preliminary or traditional).
Is Pyrola rotundifolia safe? What are the side effects?
No major safety issues are recorded for Pyrola rotundifolia in our sources, but the data may be incomplete. Consult a qualified professional before use.
Does Pyrola rotundifolia interact with medications?
No drug interactions are recorded for Pyrola rotundifolia in our sources. This does not rule them out — check with a pharmacist.
What are the common names of Pyrola rotundifolia?
Pyrola rotundifolia is also known as: Грушанка круглолистная, Pyrole a feuilles rondes.
Is Pyrola rotundifolia 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 Mycorrhizal divergence and selection against immigrant seeds in forest and dune populations of the partially mycoheterotrophic Pyrola rotundifolia. literature abstract metadata
- T2 Phenolic Composition of the Leaves of Pyrola rotundifolia L. and Their Antioxidant and Cytotoxic Activity. literature abstract metadata
- T2 Exploring the Complete Chloroplast Genome of Pyrola decorata Andres: Structure, Variability, Phylogenetic Relationship. literature abstract metadata
- T2 Effects of compound injection of Pyrola rotundifolia L and Astragalus membranaceus Bge on experimental guinea pigs' gentamicin ototoxicity. literature abstract metadata