Rheum palmatum

Common Names: Chinese rhubarb

Ethnobotanical Studies

Studies

Comparative transcriptome analysis and HPLC reveal candidate genes associated with synthesis of bioactive constituents in Rheum palmatum complex.

Yang L et al (2024).
Physiol Mol Biol Plants.
PubMed:
39184557

The application of rhubarb concoctions in traditional Chinese medicine and its compounds, processing methods, pharmacology, toxicology and clinical research.

Review
Wen Y et al (2024).
Front Pharmacol.
PubMed:
39170703

The water extract of Rheum palmatum has antioxidative properties and inhibits ROS production in mice.

Ma CF et al (2024).
J Ethnopharmacol.
PubMed:
39084270

Rhein Inhibits Cell Development and Aflatoxin Biosynthesis via Energy Supply Disruption and ROS Accumulation in Aspergillus flavus.

Wang X et al (2024).
Toxins (Basel).
PubMed:
39057925

Phytotherapeutic potential against MRSA: mechanisms, synergy, and therapeutic prospects.

He Q et al (2024).
Chin Med.
PubMed:
38909250

The phytochemistry and pharmacology of three Rheum species: A comprehensive review with future perspectives.

Summary

The study explores the medicinal properties of Rheum species for use in food, medicine, and cosmetics due to their bioactive components. Relevant for potential new products in these industries.

Yang X et al (2024).
Phytomedicine.
PubMed:
38852474

The alleviation effect and its mechanism of Niuhuang Jiedu prescription on realgar-induced genotoxicity in Mice.

Dong J et al (2024).
J Ethnopharmacol.
PubMed:
38844250

[Pseudo-targeted metabolomics for differential components of Rhei Radix et Rhizoma from three plant species].

Zhao JY et al (2024).
Zhongguo Zhong Yao Za Zhi.
PubMed:
38812140

Scientific Opinion on additional scientific data related to the safety of preparations of Rheum palmatum L., Rheum officinale Baill. and their hybrids, Rhamnus purshiana DC., Rhamnus frangula L. and Cassia senna L., submitted pursuant to Article 8(4) of Regulation (EC) No 1925/2006.

EFSA Panel on Nutrition, Novel Foods and Food Allergens (NDA) et al (2024).
EFSA J.
PubMed:
38784839

Qualitative and quantitative analysis methods for quality control of rhubarb in Taiwan's markets.

Au TT, Ho YL and Chang YS (2024).
Front Pharmacol.
PubMed:
38746013

Revealing the mechanism of Dahuang Huanglian Xiexin Decoction attenuates dysbiosis via IL-17 signaling pathway based on network pharmacology and experimental validation.

Ren T et al (2024).
J Ethnopharmacol.
PubMed:
38688354

Jiawei Dachaihu decoction protects against mitochondrial dysfunction in atherosclerosis (AS) mice with chronic unpredictable mild stress (CUMS) via SIRT1/PGC-1α/TFAM/LON signaling pathway.

Shi H et al (2024).
J Ethnopharmacol.
PubMed:
38631487

A chromosome-level genome reveals genome evolution and molecular basis of anthraquinone biosynthesis in Rheum palmatum.

Zhang T et al (2024).
BMC Plant Biol.
PubMed:
38594606

Optimized therapeutic potential of Yinchenhao decoction for cholestatic hepatitis by combined network meta-analysis and network pharmacology.

Luo S et al (2024).
Phytomedicine.
PubMed:
38583348

The Application of Emodin Treatment on Nasopharyngeal Carcinoma Therapy.

Review
Wu CC, Chen MS and Chen JY (2024).
Biomedicines.
PubMed:
38540100

In-Situ Metabolic Profiling of Different Kinds of Rheum palmatum L. by Laser Desorption-Dielectric Barrier Discharge Ionization Mass Spectrometry Imaging.

Xiao X et al (2024).
Metabolites.
PubMed:
38535291

Considering traditional Chinese medicine as adjunct therapy in the management of chronic constipation by regulating intestinal flora.

Wang K et al (2024).
Biosci Trends.
PubMed:
38522913

Prediction of potential mechanisms of rhubarb therapy for colorectal cancer based on network pharmacological analysis and molecular docking.

Summary

Study investigated potential targets and mechanism of Rheum palmatum L in treating colorectal cancer using network pharmacology and molecular docking. Identified key targets and components, suggesting potential therapeutic benefits through regulating multiple signaling pathways in colorectal cancer.

Yang F et al (2024).
Medicine (Baltimore).
PubMed:
38518016

The relationship between niche breadth and phylogenetic characteristics of eight species of rhubarb on the Qinghai-Tibet Plateau, Asia.

Chen K et al (2024).
Ecol Evol.
PubMed:
38435020

Transcriptomic divergence of the Rheum palmatum complex derived from top-geoherb and non-geoherb areas provides the insights into geoherbalism properties of rhubarb.

Zhou T et al (2024).
BMC Genomics.
PubMed:
38408895

Xiao Cheng Qi Decoction, an Ancient Chinese Herbal Mixture, Relieves Loperamide-Induced Slow-Transit Constipation in Mice: An Action Mediated by Gut Microbiota.

Tuohongerbieke A et al (2024).
Pharmaceuticals (Basel).
PubMed:
38399368

Free total rhubarb anthraquinones protect intestinal mucosal barrier of SAP rats via inhibiting the NLRP3/caspase-1/GSDMD pyroptotic pathway.

Zeng Y et al (2024).
J Ethnopharmacol.
PubMed:
38346523

Comparative transcriptome analysis and identification of candidate R2R3-MYB genes involved in anthraquinone biosynthesis in Rheum palmatum L.

Zhao X et al (2024).
Chin Med.
PubMed:
38317158

Application of two-dimensional reversed phase countercurrent chromatography × high-performance liquid chromatography to bioactivity-guided screening and isolation of α-glucosidase inhibitors from Rheum palmatum L.

Xu P et al (2024).
J Chromatogr A.
PubMed:
38301331

Efficient screening of pancreatic lipase inhibitors from Rheum palmatum by affinity ultrafiltration-high-performance liquid chromatography combined with high-resolution inhibition profiling.

Quan S et al (2023).
Phytochem Anal.
PubMed:
38053479

The Importance of Traditional Chinese Medicine in the Intervention and Treatment of HIV while Considering its Safety and Efficacy.

Shahrajabian MH and Sun W (2023).
Curr HIV Res.
PubMed:
38047360

Therapeutic effect of yinchenhao decoction on cholelithiasis via mucin in the gallbladder and intestine.

Liu W et al (2023).
Fitoterapia.
PubMed:
37967772

Stool-softening effect and action mechanism of free anthraquinones extracted from Rheum palmatum L. on water deficit-induced constipation in rats.

Lv H et al (2023).
J Ethnopharmacol.
PubMed:
37907143

Rheum palmatum L. and Salvia miltiorrhiza Bge. Alleviates Acute Pancreatitis by Regulating Th17 Cell Differentiation: An Integrated Network Pharmacology Analysis, Molecular Dynamics Simulation and Experimental Validation.

Feng MC et al (2023).
Chin J Integr Med.
PubMed:
37861962

Antiviral, antioxidant, and anti-inflammatory activities of rhein against white spot syndrome virus infection in red swamp crayfish (Procambarus clarkii).

Summary

Rhein, a compound in plants, inhibits white spot syndrome virus infection in crayfish, activating immune pathways and improving survival rates. It could be used to develop agents to control the virus in crustacean aquaculture.

Chen C et al (2023).
Microbiol Spectr.
PubMed:
37855526

In Silico Neuroprotective Effects of Specific Rheum palmatum Metabolites on Parkinson's Disease Targets.

Summary

Study finds metabolites in plant roots may have neuroprotective effects and potential as Parkinson's disease drugs. Emodin shows strong binding activity and stability, while other compounds inhibit specific targets. Study suggests link between redox-mediating activities and PD-related protein targets.

Garcia PJB et al (2023).
Int J Mol Sci.
PubMed:
37762232

Guben Xiezhuo decoction inhibits M1 polarization through the Raf1/p-Elk1 signaling axis to attenuate renal interstitial fibrosis.

Liu Y et al (2023).
J Ethnopharmacol.
PubMed:
37716490

Linking traditional medicine to modern phytotherapy: Chemical characterization and assessment of antioxidant and anticholinesterase effects in vitro of a natural Persian remedy for dementia.

Summary

An improved formulation from Traditional Persian Medicine (TPM) containing a mixture of plants exhibits antioxidant and anti-cholinesterase properties, potentially making it a useful natural remedy for dementia. Further studies are needed for safety and efficacy.

Peron G et al (2023).
J Pharm Biomed Anal.
PubMed:
37634357

Efficiency of Recovery of the Bioactive Principles of Plants by Comparison between Solid-Liquid Extraction in Mixture and Single-Vegetable Matrices via Maceration and RSLDE.

Naviglio D et al (2023).
Plants (Basel).
PubMed:
37631112

[Site-directed mutagenesis enhances the activity of benzylidene acetone synthase of polyketide synthase from Polygonum cuspidatum].

He Z et al (2023).
Sheng Wu Gong Cheng Xue Bao.
PubMed:
37584133

Vitro UPLC analysis and mass method identification, and in vivo or cellular immune anti-inflammatory function of Sanhuang Xiexin Decoction (SHXD).

Summary

The researchers studied the effects of Sanhuang Xiexin Decoction (SHXD) on rat NK-cell phenotypes and its mechanism in treating inflammation induced by lipopolysaccharides (LPS).

Gao Y et al (2023).
J Ethnopharmacol.
PubMed:
37544343

Application of omics technology to investigate the mechanism underlying the role of San Hua Tang in regulating microglia polarization and blood-brain barrier protection following ischemic stroke.

Luo S et al (2023).
J Ethnopharmacol.
PubMed:
37196812

Network pharmacology-based prediction and validation of the active ingredients and potential mechanisms of the Huangxiong formula for treating ischemic stroke.

Summary

The Huangxiong Formula, made up of four herbs, is used to treat ischemic stroke, but scientists do not yet understand how it works on a molecular level.

Zhao S et al (2023).
J Ethnopharmacol.
PubMed:
37080367

Analysis of endophyte diversity of Rheum palmatum among different tissues and ages.

Chen D et al (2022).
Arch Microbiol.
PubMed:
36469126

Chrysophanol, a main anthraquinone from Rheum palmatum L. (rhubarb), protects against renal fibrosis by suppressing NKD2/NF-κB pathway.

Gu M et al (2022).
Phytomedicine.
PubMed:
35988461

Drug-containing serum of rhubarb-astragalus capsule inhibits the epithelial-mesenchymal transformation of HK-2 by downregulating TGF-β1/p38MAPK/Smad2/3 pathway.

Qin MY et al (2021).
J Ethnopharmacol.
PubMed:
34314804

The pharmacology, toxicology and therapeutic potential of anthraquinone derivative emodin.

Review
Cui Y et al (2020).
Chin J Nat Med.
PubMed:
32503734

Aloe-emodin: A review of its pharmacology, toxicity, and pharmacokinetics.

Review
Dong X et al (2020).
Phytother Res.
PubMed:
31680350

Rhubarb.

Review
(2021).
PubMed:
30000922

Emodin: A Review of its Pharmacology, Toxicity and Pharmacokinetics.

Review
Dong X et al (2016).
Phytother Res.
PubMed:
27188216