Evidence supporting the use of: Rubia yunnanensis
For the health condition: Adenitis

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Source of validity: Traditional
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Rubia yunnanensis, a species in the Rubiaceae family, has a history of use in traditional Chinese medicine, particularly in southwest China. It is closely related to Rubia cordifolia ("Indian madder"), which is well-documented in Chinese and Ayurvedic medicine for its blood-cooling, anti-inflammatory, and detoxifying properties. In traditional practices, Rubia yunnanensis is sometimes used to "clear heat," "remove toxins," and "reduce swelling," which aligns with the treatment of adenitis (inflammation of the lymph nodes, often due to infection). Classical herbal texts and local ethnobotanical surveys record its use for conditions characterized by swelling and inflammation, such as lymphadenitis, carbuncles, and abscesses. However, while this traditional rationale exists, scientific evidence specifically supporting the use of Rubia yunnanensis for adenitis is limited. There are a few pharmacological studies indicating that extracts of this plant have anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial activities in vitro and in animal models, but these do not directly address adenitis in humans. No clinical trials or robust scientific studies have confirmed its efficacy for this specific condition. Therefore, the use of Rubia yunnanensis for adenitis is primarily grounded in tradition, with limited preliminary scientific support, and should be approached with caution until more definitive evidence becomes available.

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