Synopsis

Source of validity: Traditional
Rating (out of 5): 2

Tagetes, commonly known as marigold, has a long history of traditional use in various cultures for its medicinal properties, including as a remedy for infections and wounds. In traditional medicine systems, particularly in Central and South America and parts of Asia, Tagetes species have been used topically or as teas to address minor bacterial or inflammatory conditions. The use is grounded in ethnobotanical practices rather than rigorous scientific validation.

There is a limited and growing body of in vitro studies indicating that extracts of Tagetes species (such as Tagetes erecta and Tagetes patula) possess compounds with mild antibacterial activity against some Gram-positive and Gram-negative bacteria. Notable compounds include flavonoids and essential oils like tagetone and ocimene. However, these findings are preliminary and typically do not compare the potency of Tagetes extracts to conventional antibiotics in clinical settings. There are no robust clinical trials or systematic reviews confirming the efficacy of Tagetes as a reliable alternative to antibiotics in humans.

In summary, the use of Tagetes as an alternative to antibiotics is primarily justified by traditional use, with some low-level scientific evidence of antibacterial activity in laboratory settings. Current evidence does not support its use as a replacement for antibiotics in clinical practice.

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