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Utricularia vulgaris
Aquatic carnivorous plant; used in traditional Asian folk medicine for respiratory conditions.
Lentibularia vulgaris (Utricularia vulgaris) is an aquatic carnivorous plant traditionally used in Asian folk medicine for respiratory conditions. Its primary modern applications include expectorant and anti-inflammatory effects, attributed to active compounds such as flavonoids, tannins, saponins, and mucilage. Evidence is limited (Grade C), based on traditional use and preliminary pharmacological studies.
The expectorant action is mediated by saponins and mucilage, which stimulate bronchial secretion and reduce mucus viscosity. Flavonoids and tannins contribute to anti-inflammatory effects via inhibition of cyclooxygenase (COX) and lipoxygenase (LOX) pathways, decreasing prostaglandin and leukotriene synthesis. Additionally, flavonoids exhibit antioxidant activity, protecting respiratory tissues from oxidative stress. Preliminary data suggest possible modulation of transient receptor potential (TRP) channels involved in cough reflex.
Aquatic carnivorous plant; used in traditional Asian folk medicine for respiratory conditions.
Lentibularia vulgaris (Utricularia vulgaris) is an aquatic carnivorous plant traditionally used in Asian folk medicine for respiratory conditions. Its primary modern applications include expectorant and anti-inflammatory effects, attributed to active compounds such as flavonoids, tannins, saponins, and mucilage. Evidence is limited (Grade C), based on traditional use and preliminary pharmacological studies.
The expectorant action is mediated by saponins and mucilage, which stimulate bronchial secretion and reduce mucus viscosity. Flavonoids and tannins contribute to anti-inflammatory effects via inhibition of cyclooxygenase (COX) and lipoxygenase (LOX) pathways, decreasing prostaglandin and leukotriene synthesis. Additionally, flavonoids exhibit antioxidant activity, protecting respiratory tissues from oxidative stress. Preliminary data suggest possible modulation of transient receptor potential (TRP) channels involved in cough reflex.