Evidence supporting the use of: Aresaema (unspecified)
For the health condition: Epilepsy
Synopsis
Source of validity: Traditional
Rating (out of 5): 1
Arisaema (genus Arisaema, commonly known as Jack-in-the-pulpit or cobra lily) has a long history of use in traditional Chinese medicine and Ayurveda. In particular, species such as Arisaema erubescens and Arisaema japonicum (often referred to as "Tian Nan Xing" in Chinese medicine) have been used to treat conditions described as "phlegm," "wind," or "spasms," which in classical texts sometimes correspond to neurological disorders, including epilepsy (“Dian Xian” in TCM). The tuber is typically processed to reduce toxicity before use. Traditional Chinese medicine texts and ethnobotanical surveys note Arisaema among remedies for epilepsy, often in combination with other herbs. However, there is little to no modern scientific research validating its efficacy for epilepsy, and the active compounds and mechanisms remain unclear. Most contemporary literature only references its traditional use, and there are significant safety concerns due to the plant's inherent toxicity (calcium oxalate crystals and other compounds). Therefore, the support for Arisaema in treating epilepsy is based on historical and traditional practices, not on scientific validation.
Other ingredients used for Epilepsy
ashwagandhabeta caryophyllene
cannabis sativa oil
chamomile
GABA (gamma aminobutyric acid)
hemp oil
l-serine
magnesium
omega-3 fatty acids
passionflower
phytocannabinoids
valerian root
vitamin B6
vitamin E
xanthium (cockleburs)
peony
siler root
trichosanthes
Ambergris
Albizia
Aconite
Arisaema
Black Seed
Blue Flag
Broussonetia
Boswellic Acid
Butea monosperma
Boswellia
Black Hellebore
Boerhavia diffusa
Caryophyllene
Curcuma
Cannabidiol
Cannabidivarin
Cannabidiolic acid
Fatty acids
Ketone Salts
Other health conditions supported by Aresaema (unspecified)
Abdominal PainAbscesses
Adenitis
Afterbirth Pain
Appetite (deficient)
Arthritis
Asthma
Bites and Stings
Bleeding (external)
Boils
Bronchitis
Cancer (natural therapy for)
Cancer Treatment (reducing side effects)
Carbuncles
Chills
Cholera
Colds (antiviral)
Colds (decongestant)
Colds (general)
Colds (prevention)
Colds (with fever)
Colic (adults)
Colic (children)
Congestion
Congestion (bronchial)
Congestion (lungs)
Congestion (lymphatic)
Congestion (sinus)
Conjunctivitis
Cough (damp)
Cough (general)
Cough (spastic)
Dermatitis
Diarrhea
Digestion (poor)
Dysmenorrhea
Dyspepsia
Edema
Emphysema
Epilepsy
Eyes (red or itching)
Fever
Headache (general)
Hemorrhoids
Indigestion
Inflammation
Nausea and Vomiting
Pain (general remedies for)
Parasites (nematodes, worms)
Rheumatic Fever
Rheumatoid Arthritis
Snake Bite
Ulcerations (external)
Wounds and Sores