Evidence supporting the use of: Allium tuberosum Rottl.
For the health condition: Colds (with fever)

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

Allium tuberosum Rottl., commonly known as Chinese chives or garlic chives, has a long history of use in traditional Chinese medicine (TCM). In TCM, it is believed to possess warming properties and is used to support the body's defenses against external pathogens, including the common cold, especially when accompanied by fever. The plant is thought to help "dispel wind and cold" and "activate yang," helping to restore balance and vitality. Traditional texts, such as the Ben Cao Gang Mu (Compendium of Materia Medica) and various TCM herbal guides, mention its use as part of herbal remedies for cold-related symptoms, though it is not typically a primary ingredient for acute respiratory infections.

However, scientific evidence directly supporting the efficacy of Allium tuberosum for treating colds with fever is limited. Some studies have identified antimicrobial and immune-modulating properties in extracts from the plant, but these findings are preliminary and not directly connected to clinical outcomes in human respiratory infections. As such, its use for colds with fever is primarily justified by tradition rather than modern clinical research, and the overall strength of evidence is modest.

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