Heliotropium
Resins, Plant
Ethnopharmacological survey of different uses of seven medicinal plants from Mali, (West Africa) in the regions Doila, Kolokani and Siby. (1/8)
An ethnopharmacological survey was carried out to collect information on the use of seven medicinal plants in rural areas in the nearby regions of Bamako, Mali. The plants were Opilia celtidifolia, Anthocleista djalonensis, Erythrina senegalensis, Heliotropium indicum, Trichilia emetica, Piliostigma thonningii and Cochlospermum tinctorium. About 50 medical indications were reported for the use of these plants in traditional medicine. The most frequent ailments reported were malaria, abdominal pain and dermatitis. The highest number of usages was reported for the treatment of malaria (22%). The majority of the remedies were prepared from freshly collected plant material from the wild and from a single species only. They were mainly taken orally, but some applications were prepared with a mixture of plants or ingredients such as honey, sugar, salt, ginger and pepper. Decoction of the leaves was the main form of preparation (65%) and leaf powder was mostly used for the preparation of infusions (13%). The part of the plants most frequently used was the leaves. There was a high degree of informant consensus for the species and their medicinal indications between the healers interviewed. The results of this study showed that people are still dependent on medicinal plants in these rural areas of Mali. (+info)Antidiabetic, antioxidant and antihyperlipidemic status of Heliotropium zeylanicum extract on streptozotocin-induced diabetes in rats. (2/8)
The potential role of the methanolic extract of Heliotropium zeylanicum (BURM.F) LAMK (MEHZ) in the treatment of diabetes along with its antioxidant and antihyperlipidemic effects was studied in streptozotocin-induced diabetic rats. Oral administration of (MEHZ) 150 and 300 mg/kg/d for 14 d significantly decreased the blood glucose level and considerably increased the body weight, food intake, and liquid intake of diabetic-induced rats. MEHZ significantly decreased thiobarbituric acid reactive substances and significantly increased reduced glutathione, superoxide dismutase and catalase in streptozotocin-induced diabetic rats at the end of 14 d of treatment. The study also investigated the antihyperlipidemic potential of MEHZ. The results show that the active fraction of MEHZ is promising for development of a standardized phytomedicine for the treatment of diabetes mellitus. (+info)Antioxidant activity of a new aromatic geranyl derivative of the resinous exudates from Heliotropium glutinosum Phil. (3/8)
Heliotropium glutinosum Phil. (Heliotropiceae) is a resinous bush that grows at a height of 2000 m in Chanaral, Chile. From the resinous exudates of Heliotropium glutinosum Phil. a new aromatic geranyl derivative: 4-methoxy-3-[(2)-7'-methyl-3'-hydroxymethyl-2',6'-octadienyl] phenol (1) and three flavonoids: 5,3'-dihydroxy-7,4'-dimethoxyflavanone (2), 5,4'-dihydroxy-7-methoxyflavanone (3) and 4'-acetyl-5-hydroxy-7-methoxyflavanone (4) were isolated and their structures were determined. Their antioxidant activity were evaluated using the bleaching of ABTS and DPPH derived cation radical methods and expressed in terms of FRE (fast reacting equivalents) and TRE (total reacting equivalents), where FRE is a good measure of the quick protection of a given compound against oxidants and TRE measures the degree of long-term protection of the antioxidant, or how effective it is against a strong oxidative stress. (+info)Antibacterial properties of 3 H-spiro[1-benzofuran-2,1'-cyclohexane] derivatives from Heliotropium filifolium. (4/8)
A re-examination of cuticular components of Heliotropium filifolium allowed the isolation of four new compounds: 3'-hydroxy-2',2',6'-trimethyl-3H-spiro[1-benzo-furan-2,1'-cyclohexane]-5-carboxyl ic acid(2), methyl 3'-acetyloxy-2',2',6'-trimethyl-3H-spiro[1-benzofuran-2,1'-cyclohexane]-5-carboxy late (3), methyl 3'-isopentanoyloxy-2',2',6'-trimethyl-3H-spiro[1-benzofuran-2,1'-cyclohexane]-5-c arboxylate (4) and methyl 3'-benzoyloxy-2',2',6'-trimethyl-3H-spiro[1-benzofuran-2,1'-cyclohexane]-5-carbox ylate (5).Compounds 2-5 were identified by their spectroscopic analogies with filifolinol (1), and their structures confirmed by chemical correlation with 1. The antimicrobial properties of the compounds were tested against Gram positive and Gram negative bacteria. Some of them proved to be active against Gram positive, but inactive against Gram negative bacteria. In searching for structure-activity relationships from the obtained MIC values, lipophilicity was shown to be an important variable. (+info)Chemical analysis of the resinous exudate isolated from Heliotropium taltalense and evaluation of the antioxidant activity of the phenolics components and the resin in homogeneous and heterogeneous systems. (5/8)
(+info)Study of the chemical composition of the resinous exudate isolated from Heliotropium sclerocarpum and evaluation of the antioxidant properties of the phenolic compounds and the resin. (6/8)
(+info)Protective effect of Heliotropium eichwaldi against cisplatin-induced nephrotoxicity in mice. (7/8)
OBJECTIVE: The aim of the present study was to evaluate the nephroprotective effect of methanolic extract of Heliotropium eichwaldii (MHE) in mice with cisplatin-induced acute renal damage. METHODS: Nephrotoxicity was induced by a single intraperitoneal injection of cisplatin (16mg/kg). Swiss albino mice were injected with vehicle, cisplatin, cisplatin plus MHE 200 mg/kg and cisplatin plus MHE 400mg/kg, respectively. MHE was administered for 7 d at a dose of 200 and 400 mg/kg per day orally starting 4 d before cisplatin injection. Animals were sacrificed 3d after treatment and blood as well as kidney tissue was isolated and analyzed. The various parameters such as blood urea nitrogen (BUN), serum creatinine (CRE), malondialdehyde (MDA), and catalase (CAT) and superoxide dismutase (SOD) activities were analyzed. RESULTS: MHE treatment significantly reduced BUN and serum CRE levels elevated by cisplatin administration (P<0.05). Also, it significantly attenuated cisplatin-induced increase in MDA level and improved the decreased CAT and SOD activities in renal cortical homogenates (P<0.05). Additionally, histopathological examination and scoring showed that MHE markedly ameliorated cisplatin-induced renal tubular necrosis. CONCLUSION: MHE can be considered a potential candidate for protection of nephrotoxicity induced by cisplatin. (+info)Assessment of phylogenetic relationship of rare plant species collected from Saudi Arabia using internal transcribed spacer sequences of nuclear ribosomal DNA. (8/8)
(+info)Heliotropium is a genus of plants in the family Boraginaceae, which includes approximately 250 species. While it is primarily a botanical term, some medical relevance exists due to the toxicity of certain Heliotropium species. For instance, the Indian heliotrope (Heliotropium indicum) contains alkaloids that can cause severe symptoms if ingested or even topically applied. These symptoms may include skin irritation, nausea, vomiting, and in severe cases, neurological disorders and death. Therefore, medical personnel should be aware of the potential hazards associated with exposure to this plant.
In a medical context, "resins, plant" refer to the sticky, often aromatic substances produced by certain plants. These resins are typically composed of a mixture of volatile oils, terpenes, and rosin acids. They may be present in various parts of the plant, including leaves, stems, and roots, and are often found in specialized structures such as glands or ducts.
Plant resins have been used for centuries in traditional medicine and other applications. Some resins have antimicrobial, anti-inflammatory, or analgesic properties and have been used to treat a variety of ailments, including skin conditions, respiratory infections, and pain.
Examples of plant resins with medicinal uses include:
* Frankincense (Boswellia spp.) resin has been used in traditional medicine to treat inflammation, arthritis, and asthma.
* Myrrh (Commiphora spp.) resin has been used as an antiseptic, astringent, and anti-inflammatory agent.
* Pine resin has been used topically for its antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory properties.
It's important to note that while some plant resins have demonstrated medicinal benefits, they should be used with caution and under the guidance of a healthcare professional. Some resins can have adverse effects or interact with medications, and it's essential to ensure their safe and effective use.
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Boraginaceae1
- Taxonomic revision of Heliotropium L. (Boraginaceae s.l.) in south Yemen. (wikimedia.org)
Heliotrope2
- Heliotropium /ˌhiːliəˈtroʊpiəm, -lioʊ-/ is a genus of flowering plants in the heliotrope family, Heliotropiaceae. (wikipedia.org)
- Wasting away, she transformed into the heliotrope, whose flowers supposedly always face the Sun. Like other members of the Heliotropiaceae, plants in the genus Heliotropium have 5-merous, tetracyclic flowers and actinomorphic corollas. (wikipedia.org)
Strigosum3
- Heliotropium strigosum Willd. (google.com)
- efi page on Euploca strigosa ((≡) Heliotropium strigosum Willd. (google.com)
- Subject: [efloraofindia:165094] Hooghly - Heliotropium strigosum Willd. (google.com)
Curassavicum1
- Heliotropium curassavicum var. (calflora.org)
Species2
- Tournefortia and all remaining New World Heliotropium species Three of the four major clades within Heliotropium have their centers of diversity in South America. (wikipedia.org)
- ITS1 data shows there is a single characteristic long deletion between positions 61 and 111 in the genome of the Old World species, which defines the Old World Heliotropium species and separates them from their New World counterparts. (wikipedia.org)
Plants2
- 2020. Heliotropium in Kew Science Plants of the World Online . (wikimedia.org)
- Heliotropium is a genus of plants of concern and found in the following area(s): Ecuador, Yemen. (earthsendangered.com)
Johnst1
- Name Currency for Heliotropium muelleri (I.M.Johnst. (wa.gov.au)
Indicum1
- Heliotropium indicum L. (google.com)
Paulayanum1
- Heliotropium paulayanum om kazmusiden erik Saviheinižed -sugukundas. (wikipedia.org)
Ovalifolium1
- Heliotropium ovalifolium Forssk. (efloras.org)
Seeds2
- Seeds of the Heliotropium genus were discovered in the 1940s and 50s to be responsible for liver disease in populations that consumed them in large quantities, either inadvertently (as a contaminant of food crops) or deliberately (associated with the ingestion of herbal infusions for the treatment of certain ailments). (wikipedia.org)
- We have found 1 seeds and bulbs belonging to the heliotropium genus from 1 retailer ranging in price from the cheapest at £2.85 to the most expensive at £2.85. (amazonaws.com)
Euploca1
- Taxonomic revision supported through molecular phylogenetics led to the recognition of Euploca as genus separate from Heliotropium. (wikipedia.org)
Revision1
- In contrast, the genus Tournefortia was included in Heliotropium in a 2016 revision. (wikipedia.org)
Arborescens1
- Some species of heliotropium , particularly H. arborescens , are grown in flower gardens for their sweetly scented, usually purple or violet flowers. (wise-geek.com)
Boraginaceae1
- Lasiocarpine is a pyrrolizidine alkaloid that is found in the seeds of Heliotropium lasiocarpum, Heliotropium europaeum, and several other plant species, all members of the family Boraginaceae. (nih.gov)
Europaeum1
- Heliotropium europaeum L. (henriettes-herb.com)
Genus5
- Seeds of the Heliotropium genus were discovered in the 1940s and 50s to be responsible for liver disease in populations that consumed them in large quantities, either inadvertently (as a contaminant of food crops) or deliberately (associated with the ingestion of herbal infusions for the treatment of certain ailments). (wikipedia.org)
- Taxonomic revision supported through molecular phylogenetics led to the recognition of Euploca as genus separate from Heliotropium. (wikipedia.org)
- In contrast, the genus Tournefortia was included in Heliotropium in a 2016 revision. (wikipedia.org)
- The heliotropium genus is native to the southern United States, central and South America, and some Pacific islands. (wise-geek.com)
- The genus name reflects the fact that the plant tends to follow the path of the sun, as the Greek elements of heliotropium mean "sun" and "turning. (wise-geek.com)
Peruvianum1
- Heliotropium peruvianum L. (henriettes-herb.com)
IPNI1
- Nomenclatural information about Heliotropium anomalum is provided by The International Plant Names Index (IPNI) . (hear.org)
Craven1
- Heliotropium leptaleum Craven in Austral. (kew.org)
Climates1
- In warmer climates, Heliotropium Marine is successfully grown as a perennial, generally in sheltered or semi-shaded aspects. (theclimbingfig.com.au)
Tournefortia2
- These three diversification events each mark the separation of the Heliothamnus, Cochranea, and Tournefortia clades from the rest of Heliotropium. (wikipedia.org)
- Heliotropium foliatum and Tournefortia humilis are transferred to Euploca Nutt. (oregonstate.edu)
Marine2
- The variety Heliotropium Marine is a popular variety of purple flowering Heliotropium. (theclimbingfig.com.au)
- Like most Heliotropium varieties, the variety Heliotropium Marine is frost-tender, therefore should only be planted after the last frosts in very cold areas frost prone regions such as those in southern Australia. (theclimbingfig.com.au)
Photographer1
- Images of Heliotropium anomalum are provided online by Maui artist/photographer Jupiter Nielsen. (hear.org)
Leaves1
- This majestic variety of Heliotropium produces large (up to 150mm wide) purple-violet flower heads throughout the warmer months and when it is not flowering the ornate purple-pearl tinged leaves provide an elegant touch of texture to any landscape. (theclimbingfig.com.au)
Garden1
- Thomas Jefferson grew heliotropium in his garden at Monticello. (wise-geek.com)
Images1
- Images of Heliotropium anomalum by Karl Magnacca are available online. (hear.org)
Literature1
- His holiness and profound insight into the will of God is evident from his writings, and Heliotropium constitutes one of the masterpieces of devotional literature in the Catholic tradition. (tanbooks.com)
Data1
- About 31 Heliotropium in Chile and 14 in our data base. (chileflora.com)
World4
- Old World Heliotropium clade Heliotropium sect. (wikipedia.org)
- The origins of the remaining Old World Heliotropium clade can be traced back to a single colonization event from the New World. (wikipedia.org)
- This most reasonably explains how the whole group may have come to share this characteristic deletion when comparing the genomes of Old World and New World Heliotropium. (wikipedia.org)
- The most likely driver of Heliotropium diversification across the three New World clades is early Andean uplift. (wikipedia.org)
Late1
- Researchers identified three independent diversification events in the phylogeny of Andean Heliotropium, whose timings correspond to late Miocene Andean uplift as well as the development of arid environments in South America during the Pliocene. (wikipedia.org)