Around Antarctica, the distribution of many predators has been linked to that of Antarctic krill (Euphausia
superba) aggregations across a range of spatial and temporal scales.
E.
superba, in addition to many of the endemic and range - edge species dominating the marine fauna on the South Georgia shelf, is at the limit of their thermal tolerance.
Antarctic krill (Euphausia
superba) is the key species of the Southern Ocean ecosystem.
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So far, most of the evidence for Butea
superba's potential health benefits comes from preliminary research on animals.
In scientific studies, Butea
superba's roots have been found to contain a variety of flavonoids (a class of compounds with antioxidant effects).
Cherdshewasart W, Nimsakul N. «Clinical Trial of Butea
superba, an Alternative Herbal Treatment for Erectile Dysfunction» Asian J Androl.
Available in dietary supplement form, the roots of Butea
superba contain compounds said to improve sexual function.
Due to the limited research, it's too soon to recommend Butea
superba as a treatment for any condition.
Given these potential health risks, consulting a physician prior to using Butea
superba is advised.
Thought to act as an aphrodisiac, Butea
superba is typically used to in alternative medicine to enhance sexual performance and treat erectile dysfunction.
These studies include a report published in the journal Andrologia in 2012, in which tests on diabetic rats determined that Butea
superba may help improve erectile function by stimulating circulation.
In addition, Butea
superba is sometimes used in alternative medicine for such health problems as diarrhea and fever.
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superba (Roxb.)
Other types of dangerous «lily» plants include the lily of the valley (Convallaria majalis) and gloriosa or flame lily (Gloriosa
superba).
(01/02/2014) Resting near the bottom of the foodchain, Antarctic krill (Euphausia
superba) underpin much of the Southern Ocean's ecosystem.
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