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Swertia leducii

Swertia leducii

Swertia leducii is a plant traditionally used in limited records. There are currently no documented traditional uses or applications of Swertia leducii across various medical traditions. Scientific evidence on its medicinal properties is scarce, but studies have focused on related species such as Vincetoxicum versicolor and Swertia diluta. For instance, the transcriptome and chloroplast genome of Vincetoxicum versicolor were analyzed to understand molecular evolution and phylogenetic relationships within the subtribe Swertiinae, which includes Swertia leducii. Additionally, (-)-Sweriledugenin A isolated from Swertia leducii demonstrated activity against HBV DNA replication with IC50 values of 36.86 and 26.55 μM, indicating potential antiviral properties. No major safety concerns or recorded drug interactions have been identified for Swertia leducii to date.

At a glance
Best evidence
D
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

  • The study assembled and analyzed the transcriptome and chloroplast genome of Vincetoxicum versicolor, providing insights into its molecular evolution and phylogenetic relationships. D PMID
  • The study found that 34 Swertia chloroplast genomes showed similar gene orders and structures, with some genes lost, and provided genetic markers for phylogenetic analyses in the subtribe Swertiinae. D PMID
  • (±)-Sweriledugenin A, isolated from Swertia leducii, showed activity inhibiting HBV DNA replication with IC50 values of 36.86 and 26.55 μM. D PMID
  • The complete chloroplast genome of Swertia diluta was sequenced, providing genetic information for this species. D PMID

Frequently asked questions

What is Swertia leducii?

Swertia leducii (Swertia leducii) 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 Swertia leducii?

4 sourced findings are recorded for Swertia leducii; the strongest carries evidence grade D. For example: The study assembled and analyzed the transcriptome and chloroplast genome of Vincetoxicum versicolor, providing insights into its molecular evolution and phylogenetic relationships.

How strong is the evidence for Swertia leducii?

The strongest finding for Swertia leducii carries evidence grade D — preliminary or traditional. Grades run A (strongest) to D (preliminary or traditional).

Is Swertia leducii safe? What are the side effects?

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

Does Swertia leducii interact with medications?

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

Is Swertia leducii 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 LC-MS guided isolation of (±)-sweriledugenin A, a pair of enantiomeric lactones, from Swertia leducii. literature abstract metadata
  2. T2 The complete chloroplast genome sequence of Swertia diluta (Gentianaceae). literature abstract metadata
  3. T2 Transcriptome and Comparative Chloroplast Genome Analysis of Vincetoxicum versicolor: Insights Into Molecular Evolution and Phylogenetic Implication. literature abstract metadata
  4. T2 Comparative chloroplast genomics of 34 species in subtribe Swertiinae (Gentianaceae) with implications for its phylogeny. literature abstract metadata