African bowstring-hemp
Sansevieria trifasciata
Sansevieria trifasciata, commonly known as the snake plant, is a traditional ornamental and indoor foliage plant with no specific recorded traditional medicinal uses. Scientific evidence indicates potential benefits such as wound healing and increased cell proliferation, supported by studies showing substantial reductions in wound size and higher shoot regeneration efficiency from light-exposed single-node rhizome explants. There are also preliminary findings suggesting possible nephroprotective effects due to its phytochemical content, though this is not widely substantiated. The plant's hydrogels have shown promise, and sodium carboxymethyl cellulose synthesized from Sansevieria trifasciata leaves meets requirements for capsule shell production. No major safety issues or drug interactions have been recorded, but further research is needed to fully understand its potential medicinal applications.
- Best evidence
- A
- Cautions
- —
Informational only. Traditional use does not mean proven effectiveness. Evidence and safety vary — check the cited sources.
What the science says
- Sansevieria trifasciata hydrogels showed substantial reductions in wound size and increased cell proliferation.
- Light exposed single-node rhizome explants showed higher shoot regeneration efficiency compared to other types of explants in Sansevieria trifasciata cv. Laurentii.
- The review compiles existing literature suggesting Sansevieria trifasciata may have potential nephroprotective effects due to its phytochemical content.
- The study found that sodium carboxymethyl cellulose (Na-CMC) synthesized from Sansevieria trifasciata leaves meets requirements for use in capsule shell production.
Frequently asked questions
What is African bowstring-hemp?
African bowstring-hemp (Sansevieria trifasciata) 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 African bowstring-hemp?
4 sourced findings are recorded for African bowstring-hemp; the strongest carries evidence grade A. For example: Sansevieria trifasciata hydrogels showed substantial reductions in wound size and increased cell proliferation.
How strong is the evidence for African bowstring-hemp?
The strongest finding for African bowstring-hemp carries evidence grade A — strong evidence. Grades run A (strongest) to D (preliminary or traditional).
Is African bowstring-hemp safe? What are the side effects?
No major safety issues are recorded for African bowstring-hemp in our sources, but the data may be incomplete. Consult a qualified professional before use.
Does African bowstring-hemp interact with medications?
No drug interactions are recorded for African bowstring-hemp in our sources. This does not rule them out — check with a pharmacist.
What are the common names of African bowstring-hemp?
African bowstring-hemp is also known as: cансевиерия трёхполосная, chanvre d'Afrique.
Is African bowstring-hemp 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 Revolutionising shift in advanced wound healing therapies: nanoengineered herbal gels. literature abstract metadata
- T2 Synthesis and Characterization of Sodium Carboxymethylcellulose from Sansevieria trifasciata as an Alternative Raw Material for Capsule Shell. literature abstract metadata
- T2 Nephroprotective Effect of Sansevieria trifasciata. literature abstract metadata
- T2 Innovative in vitro shoot regeneration in variegated snake plant (Sansevieria trifasciata cv. Laurentii) through utilization of light exposed single-node rhizome tissue. literature abstract metadata