Campylandra fimbriata

Botanical

What is it

Campylandra fimbriata is a perennial plant in the asparagus family used in traditional Chinese medicine, sometimes labeled 'xin bu gan.' Roots and rhizomes appear in some herbal supplement formulas.

Evidence for 1 use

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Traditional use (digestive and liver support)

Mixed Evidence

Used in regional traditional medicine for digestive and hepatic complaints. Controlled human trials are not available to confirm efficacy.

How it works

Phytochemical studies identify steroidal saponins and other constituents in Campylandra species, with limited preclinical work suggesting hepatoprotective and anti-inflammatory activity. Mechanistic data in humans are not adequate to characterize how the plant works as a supplement.

Dosage

No standardized dose. Traditional preparations vary; supplement labels generally do not provide consistent per-serving guidance.

When and how to take it

No formal timing guidance. Follow label directions.

1 commercial form

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Dried rhizome or root

Used in decoctions and powdered capsules in traditional preparations.

Constituent variability is high

Safety

Limited published safety data. Some traditional reports note hepatotoxic potential at high doses for related Campylandra species, so prolonged or high intake should be avoided without clinical oversight.

Who should be cautious

Avoid in pregnancy, breastfeeding, liver disease, and in children. Consult a qualified clinician before use, particularly when combined with hepatotoxic drugs or alcohol.

Interactions

No significant interactions reported in available literature.

Frequently asked questions

What is Campylandra fimbriata used for?⌄

Traditional Chinese herbal practice has used it for digestive and liver complaints. Modern clinical evidence is limited.

Is it safe?⌄

Safety data are sparse. Avoid use without guidance from a qualified clinician, especially with liver concerns.

References

Campylandra fimbriata on Wikidata — Wikidata link

Campylandra fimbriata on NIH DSLD (US supplement label database) — NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database link

Research on Campylandra fimbriata (PubMed search) — PubMed link

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