Evidence supporting the use of: Leptospermum scoparium
For the health condition: Abrasions

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Synopsis

Source of validity: Traditional
Rating (out of 5): 3

Leptospermum scoparium, commonly known as manuka, has a long history of traditional use by Māori and early European settlers in New Zealand for treating wounds and abrasions. Traditional applications involved the use of manuka leaves and bark as topical poultices or washes to cleanse and promote healing of minor skin injuries. This practice is well-documented in ethnobotanical literature, and the rationale aligns with the antimicrobial properties attributed to the plant, particularly its essential oils.

Modern scientific research has primarily focused on manuka honey, a product derived from the nectar of Leptospermum scoparium, which has demonstrated significant antimicrobial and wound-healing properties in vitro and in clinical contexts. However, direct studies on the efficacy of other parts of the plant (leaves, bark) for abrasions are limited. The traditional use is, therefore, the primary justification for its use in treating abrasions, with some indirect scientific support arising from the properties of manuka honey and essential oils. The overall evidence rating reflects the strong traditional basis and partial scientific plausibility, but acknowledges the lack of direct clinical trials on non-honey plant preparations for this specific indication.

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