Virola pavonis
Virola pavonis
Virola pavonis is an evergreen tree native to the Amazon rainforest, particularly found in varillales habitats. While its traditional medicinal uses are not well-documented, studies have shown that it contains neolignans with activity against Leishmania donovani promastigotes in vitro and exhibits relevant antibacterial activity with a MIC ≤0.15 mg/mL against certain microorganisms. Virola species, including V. pavonis, contribute significantly to aboveground biomass in Peruvian Amazon forests and have shown a range of biological activities, potentially offering leads for new pharmaceuticals. Currently, no major safety issues or drug interactions have been recorded for this plant.
- 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
- Some neolignans from Virola pavonis showed activity against Leishmania donovani promastigotes in vitro.
- Virola pavonis showed relevant antibacterial activity with a MIC ≤0.15 mg/mL against one or several microorganisms in this study.
- Virola pavonis is among the Myristicaceae species contributing to aboveground biomass in Peruvian Amazon forests, particularly in varillales habitats.
- Virola species exhibit a range of biological activities including antimicrobial and tryponosomicidal effects, potentially offering leads for new pharmaceuticals.
Frequently asked questions
What is Virola pavonis?
Virola pavonis (Virola pavonis) 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 Virola pavonis?
4 sourced findings are recorded for Virola pavonis; the strongest carries evidence grade D. For example: Some neolignans from Virola pavonis showed activity against Leishmania donovani promastigotes in vitro.
How strong is the evidence for Virola pavonis?
The strongest finding for Virola pavonis carries evidence grade D — preliminary or traditional. Grades run A (strongest) to D (preliminary or traditional).
Is Virola pavonis safe? What are the side effects?
No major safety issues are recorded for Virola pavonis in our sources, but the data may be incomplete. Consult a qualified professional before use.
Does Virola pavonis interact with medications?
No drug interactions are recorded for Virola pavonis in our sources. This does not rule them out — check with a pharmacist.
Is Virola pavonis 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 Anti-leishmanial activity of neolignans from Virola species and synthetic analogues. literature abstract metadata
- T2 [Aboveground biomass input of Myristicaceae tree species in the Amazonian Forest in Peru]. literature abstract metadata
- T2 Plant therapy in the Peruvian Amazon (Loreto) in case of infectious diseases and its antimicrobial evaluation. literature abstract metadata
- T2 Pharmacological Extracts and Molecules from Virola Species: Traditional Uses, Phytochemistry, and Biological Activity. literature abstract metadata