Asclepias tuberosa
Key actions
Anti-inflammatoryDiaphoreticExpectorant
Traditional & clinical uses, by strength of evidence
- Skin irritationTraditional
- Arthritis / joint painTraditional
- BronchitisTraditional
- Cold & fluTraditional
- CoughTraditional
- FeverTraditional
- Inflammation (general)Traditional
- Respiratory supportTraditional
Selected studies & references
PreclinicalNew 8,12;8,20-diepoxy-8,14-secopregnane hexa- and hepta-glycosides from the roots of Asclepias tuberosa (2017)
Preclinical8,12;8,20-diepoxy-8,14-secopregnane glycosides from roots of Asclepias tuberosa and their effect on proliferation of human skin fibroblasts (2011)
Preclinical8,12;8,20-Diepoxy-8,14-secopregnane glycosides from the aerial parts of Asclepias tuberosa (2010)
PreclinicalAn androstane bioside and 3'-thiazolidinone derivatives of doubly-linked cardenolide glycosides from the roots of Asclepias tuberosa (2000)
All 12 studies in the Knowledge Finder →
Educational use only. This profile summarises traditional and scientific sources for reference. It is not medical advice and not a substitute for a qualified practitioner. Some plants carry safety cautions and drug interactions — always check before use.