Evidence supporting the use of: China Rose
For the health condition: Congestion (lungs)
Synopsis
Source of validity: Traditional
Rating (out of 5): 1
China Rose (Hibiscus rosa-sinensis) has been traditionally used in various systems of folk medicine, such as Ayurveda and Traditional Chinese Medicine, primarily for its purported benefits in treating respiratory ailments, including lung congestion and coughs. Historical records and ethnobotanical surveys indicate that decoctions and infusions made from the flowers or leaves have been administered to alleviate symptoms of cough, bronchial irritation, and mild congestion. However, the scientific evidence supporting these uses is minimal to nonexistent. A few preclinical studies have investigated the anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties of Hibiscus rosa-sinensis, but these studies do not specifically address its efficacy in clearing lung congestion or improving respiratory function in humans. No high-quality clinical trials have validated its use for this indication. Therefore, while the use of China Rose for lung congestion is grounded in tradition, it lacks robust scientific validation, and its effectiveness for this specific condition remains unproven.
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elderberry
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garlic bulb
ginger
grape
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green tea
horseradish
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licorice root
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mustard seed
spruce
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oregano
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phellodendron amurense
phenolic acids
platycodon root
pomegranate
quercetin
rosemary
scrophularia root
shiitake mushroom
spearmint leaf
sphaeranthus indicus
thyme
vitamin C
yellow root
squawvine
boneset
mullein
hyssop
cardamom
atractylodes
capsicum
mugwort
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ferula assafoetida
inula racemosa
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lemongrass
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coltsfoot
chrysanthemum
juniper berries
siler root
sweet flag
oriental arborvitae
trichosanthes
zanthoxylum
eucalyptus
menthol oil
aster root
abies spectabilis
horehound
Sichuan pepper
cayenne pepper
Agastache
Ambergris
Ardisia
Angelica
Allicin
Asarum heterotropoides
Aconite
Asafoetida
Andrographolide
allyl isothiocyanate
Adenophora
Allium tuberosum
Amor seco
Arisaema
Asarum sieboldii
Alantolactone
Atractylone
Black Seed
Baikal Skullcap
Baphicacanthus cusia
Bidens pilosa
Blepharis
Balsam
Bishop's Weed
Boswellic Acid
Bayleaf
Barleria
Bitter Grass
Bisabolene
Bee hive
Bael
berry
Boswellia
Baccharoides anthelmintica
black salt
Bee products
Bombax
Buddha's Hand
Borage
Bupleurum
Balloon Flower
Belamcanda
Borneol
Camellia sinensis
Chinese Silkvine
Curry leaf
Clerodendrum trichotomum
Citrus
Cineole
Cajuput
Chinese Raisintree
Cowherb
Curcumen
Cistus
Calamus
Cinnamaldehyde
Carthamus
Culvers Root
Chondrus
Dragonhead
Diterpenes
Ephedra
European Elder
Eclipta
Echinacea
Elder
Essential Oil Blend
Ephedrine
European-Five Finger Grass
Galangal
Ivy
Mustard
Mallow
Sandalwood
Vervain
Other health conditions supported by China Rose
Abdominal PainAbscesses
Acid Indigestion
Anemia
Antibiotics (alternatives to)
Appetite (deficient)
Asthma
Backache
Bites and Stings
Bleeding (external)
Body Odor
Boils
Bruises (healing)
Burns and Scalds
Cancer (natural therapy for)
Cancer (prevention)
Canker Sores
Carbuncles
Chest Pain
Chills
Cold Sores
Colds (general)
Congestion (bronchial)
Congestion (lungs)
Congestion (sinus)
Cuts
Dandruff
Depression
Diarrhea
Digestion (poor)
Dyspepsia
Ear Infection or Earache
Eczema
Eye Infections
Fever
Fungal Infections
Gas and Bloating
Gastritis
Gingivitis