Description
Thunbergia Laurifolia (Blue Trompet Vine) Leaves: A Detoxifying and Medicinal Wonder
Thunbergia Laurifolia, commonly known as blue trumpet vine or laurel clock vine, is a popular ornamental vine in the tropics. Its flowers are attractive with pale purplish-blue petals and a yellow throat. The leaves are heart-shaped with a pointed tip and slightly serrated leaf margin. But did you know that this plant is also a detoxifying and medicinal wonder?
Detoxifying Effects
In Thailand, the leaves of Thunbergia Laurifolia are believed to have detoxifying effects. They are used as an antidote for poisons and drugs, including the treatment of drug addiction. The plant has also been reported to have antioxidant, anti-diabetic, anti-inflammatory, and antipyretic properties.
Invasive in Australia
While Thunbergia Laurifolia is a beneficial plant in some parts of the world, it is considered an invasive species in Australia. It is on the Alert List for Environmental Weeds, a list of 28 non-native plants that threaten biodiversity and cause other environmental damage.
Herbal Tea and Medicinal Properties
Local herbal companies are producing herbal teas and capsules of T. Laurifolia, known as Rang Jeud in Thai. Compounds isolated from the leaves included iridoid glucosides, grandifloric acid, glucopyranosides, and derivatives of apigenin. Other compounds found in leaves and flowers were delphinidin derivatives, and phenolic acids of chlorogenic, caffeic, gallic, and protocatechuic.
Current knowledge on the pharmacological properties of the species is reviewed. Properties reviewed include antioxidant, antimicrobial, antiproliferative, hepatoprotective, and anti-inflammatory activities, as well as detoxifying, anti-diabetic, and non-toxic effects.
Features of Thunbergia Laurifolia (Blue Trompet Vine) Leaves:
- Detoxifying effects
- Antioxidant properties
- Anti-diabetic properties
- Anti-inflammatory properties
- Antipyretic properties
Scientific Study
A medical study from 2017 investigated the effects of Thunbergia Laurifolia on oxidative stress and inflammation in rats. The results showed that the plant has significant antioxidant and anti-inflammatory effects, which could be beneficial for the prevention and treatment of various diseases.
Thunbergia Laurifolia leaves are a natural and effective way to detoxify the body and promote overall health. If you’re interested in trying this medicinal wonder, visit the Wisdom of Plants Institute to purchase Thunbergia Laurifolia leaves.
