Evidence supporting the use of: Thatch screw-pine
For the health condition: Chills

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Synopsis

Source of validity: Traditional
Rating (out of 5): 1

Thatch screw-pine (Pandanus tectorius) has a history of use in various traditional medicine systems, particularly in Southeast Asia and the Pacific Islands. In these contexts, different parts of the plant—such as the leaves, roots, and fruits—are utilized for a range of ailments. There are reports in ethnobotanical literature that traditional practitioners have employed preparations from Pandanus tectorius to help manage symptoms associated with chills or febrile conditions, often as part of a decoction or infusion. However, this usage appears to be based primarily on local or cultural beliefs rather than robust empirical evidence.

To date, there is very limited scientific research that directly investigates the effectiveness of Thatch screw-pine for treating chills, fever, or related symptoms. Peer-reviewed pharmacological studies are scarce, and none provide clear validation of its efficacy for this specific indication. As such, its use for chills should be regarded as primarily traditional, with little scientific support. The evidence rating of 1 reflects the existence of some ethnobotanical documentation but a lack of clinical or laboratory work to substantiate these claims.

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