Rue
Ruta
Ruta is a plant traditionally associated with certain regions and has been used in various medicinal practices. While specific traditional uses for Ruta are not well-documented, it has shown potential antimicrobial activity, particularly against S. aureus, according to scientific studies that tested extracts from Ruta chalepensis among other plants. These findings suggest that Ruta may have some antibacterial properties, though the evidence is limited and more research is needed to confirm these observations comprehensively. No significant safety concerns or drug interactions have been reported for Ruta, indicating it may be relatively safe when used as part of traditional practices.
- 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 study found that extracts from Ruta chalepensis and other selected plants showed varying degrees of antimicrobial activity against multidrug-resistant wound bacterial isolates.
- Pandoraea captiosa HR2 efficiently degrades both pyridine and 2-diethylamino-4-hydroxy-6-methylpyrimidine, but degradation rates are affected differently in a dual-substrate system.
- Ruta chalepensis exhibited stronger antibacterial activity than Eucalyptus tereticornis against S. aureus in this study.
- The study documented the traditional use of 42 medicinal plant taxa, with high Fidelity Level values for Ruta chalepensis among others.
Frequently asked questions
What is Rue?
Rue (Ruta) 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 Rue?
4 sourced findings are recorded for Rue; the strongest carries evidence grade D. For example: The study found that extracts from Ruta chalepensis and other selected plants showed varying degrees of antimicrobial activity against multidrug-resistant wound bacterial isolates.
How strong is the evidence for Rue?
The strongest finding for Rue carries evidence grade D — preliminary or traditional. Grades run A (strongest) to D (preliminary or traditional).
Is Rue safe? What are the side effects?
No major safety issues are recorded for Rue in our sources, but the data may be incomplete. Consult a qualified professional before use.
Does Rue interact with medications?
No drug interactions are recorded for Rue in our sources. This does not rule them out — check with a pharmacist.
What are the common names of Rue?
Rue is also known as: Рута.
Is Rue 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 In-vitro antibacterial activity of methanolic extract of Eucalyptus tereticornis and Ruta chalepensis against selected pathogenic bacteria. literature abstract metadata
- T2 Degradation performance and mechanism of pyridine and 2-diethylamino-4‑hydroxy-6-methylpyrimidine by Pandoraea captiosa HR2 in individual or simultaneous systems. literature abstract metadata
- T2 Ethnoveterinary practices and traditional medicinal plant use in North Wollo, Ethiopia. literature abstract metadata
- T2 Antibacterial activity of selected plants used in traditional medicine from Gedeo zone, Ethiopia against multidrug-resistant wound bacterial isolates. literature abstract metadata