Elm-Leaved Sumac
Rhus coriaria
Rhus coriaria, commonly known as sumac, is a plant traditionally used in various Middle Eastern and Mediterranean cultures for culinary purposes. While its traditional medicinal uses are not well-documented, scientific studies have shown that sumac supplementation may significantly impact several cardiovascular disease risk factors, such as lipid profiles, blood pressure, and insulin resistance, though the effects on all analyzed factors were not consistent. Additionally, 0.1% triamcinolone acetonide derived from Rhus coriaria has been found to reduce ulcer size and shorten healing time compared to some alternative treatments; however, it did not show a significant advantage in pain reduction or healing time over the placebo. In liver fibrosis studies, Rhus coriaria aqueous extract demonstrated antioxidant and antibacterial activity against carbapenem-resistant Acinetobacter baumannii, though these findings are still preliminary. No major safety issues have been recorded for sumac, nor any significant drug interactions noted in current research.
- Best evidence
- A
- 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
- Sumac supplementation showed significant effects on several cardiovascular disease risk factors including lipid profiles, blood pressure, and insulin resistance, but not all analyzed factors.
- The study found that 0.1% triamcinolone acetonide significantly reduced ulcer size and shortened healing time compared to some alternative treatments, but showed no significant advantage in pain reduction or healing time over the placebo.
- ZnO-NPs treatment showed significant associations with improved biochemical and histopathological parameters, decreased neutrophil markers, and increased phagocytic activity and miR-223 expression in CCl4-induced liver fibrosis rats.
- Rhus coriaria aqueous extract showed antioxidant and antibacterial activity against carbapenem-resistant Acinetobacter baumannii, with no significant hemolytic effect.
Frequently asked questions
What is Elm-Leaved Sumac?
Elm-Leaved Sumac (Rhus coriaria) 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 Elm-Leaved Sumac?
4 sourced findings are recorded for Elm-Leaved Sumac; the strongest carries evidence grade A. For example: Sumac supplementation showed significant effects on several cardiovascular disease risk factors including lipid profiles, blood pressure, and insulin resistance, but not all analyzed factors.
How strong is the evidence for Elm-Leaved Sumac?
The strongest finding for Elm-Leaved Sumac carries evidence grade A — strong evidence. Grades run A (strongest) to D (preliminary or traditional).
Is Elm-Leaved Sumac safe? What are the side effects?
No major safety issues are recorded for Elm-Leaved Sumac in our sources, but the data may be incomplete. Consult a qualified professional before use.
Does Elm-Leaved Sumac interact with medications?
No drug interactions are recorded for Elm-Leaved Sumac in our sources. This does not rule them out — check with a pharmacist.
What are the common names of Elm-Leaved Sumac?
Elm-Leaved Sumac is also known as: Сумах дубильный, Sumac des corroyeurs.
Is Elm-Leaved Sumac 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 Quantitative assessment of the effects of sumac (Rhus Coriaria) supplementation on cardiovascular disease risk factors: evidence from a meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials. literature abstract metadata
- T2 Effectiveness of 0.1% triamcinolone acetonide compared with those of other therapies for minor recurrent aphthous stomatitis: a systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials. literature abstract metadata
- T2 Exploring the Antibacterial and Antioxidant Effects of Rhus coriaria L. Aqueous Extract Against Carbapenem-Resistant Acinetobacter baumannii. literature abstract metadata
- T2 Effect of zinc oxide nanoparticles on circulating neutrophils in carbon tetrachloride (CCl4) induced liver fibrosis in rats. literature abstract metadata