Chenopodium vulvaria
Related Terms
- Chenopodiaceae (family), Chenopodium olidum, Chenopodium vulvaria, phytoncides, stinking goosefoot.
Background
- Wild arrach (Chenopodium vulvaria), or stinking goosefoot, can be easily identified by its rotten-fish smell that is due to its trimethylamine content. The plant is native to Europe and is found in areas of North America as well. There is insufficient evidence currently available in humans to support the use of wild arrach for any indication.
Evidence Table
These uses have been tested in humans or animals. Safety and effectiveness have not always been proven. Some of these conditions are potentially serious, and should be evaluated by a qualified healthcare provider. |
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These uses have been tested in humans or animals. Safety and effectiveness have not always been proven. Some of these conditions are potentially serious, and should be evaluated by a qualified healthcare provider. |
GRADE * | * Key to grades
A: Strong scientific evidence for this use
B: Good scientific evidence for this use
C: Unclear scientific evidence for this use
D: Fair scientific evidence for this use (it may not work)
F: Strong scientific evidence against this use (it likley does not work)
| * Key to grades
A: Strong scientific evidence for this use
B: Good scientific evidence for this use
C: Unclear scientific evidence for this use
D: Fair scientific evidence for this use (it may not work)
F: Strong scientific evidence against this use (it likley does not work)
| Tradition / Theory
The below uses are based on tradition, scientific theories, or limited research. They often have not been thoroughly tested in humans, and safety and effectiveness have not always been proven. Some of these conditions are potentially serious, and should be evaluated by a qualified healthcare provider. There may be other proposed uses that are not listed below.
Dosing
Adults (over 18 years old)
- There is no proven safe or effective dose for wild arrach in adults.
Safety
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration does not strictly regulate herbs and supplements. There is no guarantee of strength, purity or safety of products, and effects may vary. You should always read product labels. If you have a medical condition, or are taking other drugs, herbs, or supplements, you should speak with a qualified healthcare provider before starting a new therapy. Consult a healthcare provider immediately if you experience side effects.
Interactions
Interactions with Drugs
- Insufficient available evidence.
Attribution
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This information is based on a systematic review of scientific literature edited and peer-reviewed by contributors to the Natural Standard Research Collaboration (www.naturalstandard.com).
Bibliography
Cromwell BT. The micro-estimation and origin of trimethylamine in Chenopodium vulvaria L. Biochem J 1950;46(5):578-582.
Stanchev BD, Takeva T. [On protistocide propertie of phytoncides of stinking goosefoot (Chenopodium botrys L.)]. Antibiotiki 1960;5:96.