Wrightia arborea
Wrightia arborea
Wrightia arborea is a plant traditionally associated with certain regions but lacks specific documented uses within traditional medicine. Scientific studies have suggested potential applications for gastrointestinal disorders, based on its fidelity level value indicating such use. The nutritional content of Wrightia arborea varies seasonally, with particularly high energy levels observed during the dry season. In vitro research has shown promising anthelmintic activity against C. elegans and demonstrated selective DNA damage and G2 abrogation in K562 cells, leading to mitochondrial apoptosis. No significant safety concerns or known drug interactions have been reported for Wrightia arborea, though further investigation is warranted.
- 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 nutritional values of natural forages varied seasonally, with Wrightia arborea having high energy content in the dry season.
- Wrightia arborea was found to have a fidelity level value indicating traditional use for gastrointestinal disorders.
- Wrightia arborea leaf chloroform extract selectively induced DNA damage and G2 abrogation leading to mitochondrial apoptosis in K562 cells.
- Wrightia arborea showed potential anthelmintic activity against C. elegans in vitro.
Frequently asked questions
What is Wrightia arborea?
Wrightia arborea (Wrightia arborea) 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 Wrightia arborea?
4 sourced findings are recorded for Wrightia arborea; the strongest carries evidence grade D. For example: The nutritional values of natural forages varied seasonally, with Wrightia arborea having high energy content in the dry season.
How strong is the evidence for Wrightia arborea?
The strongest finding for Wrightia arborea carries evidence grade D — preliminary or traditional. Grades run A (strongest) to D (preliminary or traditional).
Is Wrightia arborea safe? What are the side effects?
No major safety issues are recorded for Wrightia arborea in our sources, but the data may be incomplete. Consult a qualified professional before use.
Does Wrightia arborea interact with medications?
No drug interactions are recorded for Wrightia arborea in our sources. This does not rule them out — check with a pharmacist.
Is Wrightia arborea 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 Selective induction of DNA damage, G2 abrogation, and mitochondrial apoptosis by leaf extract of traditional medicinal plant Wrightia arborea in K562 cells. literature abstract metadata
- T2 Antimicrobial, Anthelmintic, and Antiviral Activity of Plants Traditionally Used for Treating Infectious Disease in the Similipal Biosphere Reserve, Odisha, India. literature abstract metadata
- T2 Traditional Uses of Medicinal Plants by Ethnic People in the Kavrepalanchok District, Central Nepal. literature abstract metadata
- T2 Monitoring of forage and nutrition before and after reintroduction of banteng (Bos javanicus d' Alton, 1823) to Salakphra Wildlife Sanctuary, Thailand. literature abstract metadata