Evidence supporting the use of: Albizia julibrissin
For the health condition: Anger (excessive)

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Source of validity: Traditional
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Albizia julibrissin, commonly known as the silk tree or mimosa tree, has a long history of use in traditional Chinese medicine (TCM), where it is referred to as "He Huan Pi" (bark) or "He Huan Hua" (flower). In TCM, the herb is classified as calming the spirit ("Shen"), and it is traditionally used to address emotional disturbances such as irritability, mood swings, insomnia, and excessive anger. The plant's calming and mood-stabilizing properties are recorded in classical TCM texts, which recommend it for "constraint of the heart and spirit"—a concept often associated with pent-up emotions, including anger.

Scientific evidence to support these traditional uses remains limited. Some modern pharmacological studies have investigated Albizia julibrissin extracts for their anxiolytic (anxiety-reducing), sedative, and antidepressant-like effects in animal models. These studies suggest possible modulation of neurotransmitters involved in mood regulation, such as serotonin and GABA. However, these animal studies do not directly address the management of anger in humans, and clinical trials are lacking. As a result, while traditional use is well-documented and some preclinical data suggest potential mood-modulating effects, robust scientific validation for treating excessive anger specifically is insufficient at this time.

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