Tarenna hoaensis

Tarenna hoaensis

Tarenna hoaensis, also known as Mo-Ha-Rak, is a plant traditionally used in Thai medicine. While its specific uses are not well-documented, studies have identified potential therapeutic effects through various compounds targeting inflammatory pathways involved in prolonged fever and HSV-1 infection inhibition. KerraTM and KSTM extracts showed significant inhibition of HSV-1 at concentrations between 50-200 μg/mL. Additionally, the study highlighted several other traditional Thai remedies with potential health benefits, including anti-diabetic, anti-hypertensive, and anti-Alzheimer's properties. Notably, a specific ratio (1:9 w/w) of extracts from Dracaena cochinchinensis stemwood and Ardisia elliptica fruit demonstrated synergistic neuroprotective and anti-inflammatory effects in cell cultures. To date, no major safety issues or drug interactions have been recorded for Tarenna hoaensis, but further research is needed to confirm these findings comprehensively.

At a glance
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

  • KerraTM and KSTM extracts showed significant inhibition of HSV-1 infection at 50-200 μg/mL. D PMID
  • The study identified various herbal ingredients from traditional Thai remedies with potential health benefits, including anti-diabetic, anti-hypertensive, and anti-Alzheimer's properties. D PMID
  • The study found that a specific ratio (1:9 w/w) of extracts from Dracaena cochinchinensis stemwood and Ardisia elliptica fruit showed synergistic neuroprotective and anti-inflammatory effects in cell cultures. D PMID
  • The study identified potential therapeutic effects of Mo-Ha-Rak through multiple compounds targeting key inflammatory pathways involved in prolonged fever. D PMID

Frequently asked questions

What is Tarenna hoaensis?

Tarenna hoaensis (Tarenna hoaensis) 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 Tarenna hoaensis?

4 sourced findings are recorded for Tarenna hoaensis; the strongest carries evidence grade D. For example: KerraTM and KSTM extracts showed significant inhibition of HSV-1 infection at 50-200 μg/mL.

How strong is the evidence for Tarenna hoaensis?

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

Is Tarenna hoaensis safe? What are the side effects?

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

Does Tarenna hoaensis interact with medications?

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

Is Tarenna hoaensis 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 Phenolic profiles and in vitro biochemical properties of Thai herb ingredients for chronic diseases prevention. literature abstract metadata
  2. T2 Synergy of botanical drug extracts from Dracaena cochinchinensis stemwood and Ardisia elliptica fruit in multifunctional effects on neuroprotection and anti-inflammation. literature abstract metadata
  3. T2 Anti-Herpes Simplex Virus (Wild-Type and Drug-Resistant) Properties of Herbal KerraTM, KSTM, and MinozaTM. literature abstract metadata
  4. T2 Integration of Network Pharmacology, Molecular Docking, and In Vitro Nitric Oxide Inhibition Assay to Explore the Mechanism of Action of Thai Traditional Polyherbal Remedy, Mo-Ha-Rak, in the Treatment of Prolonged Fever. literature abstract metadata