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Source of validity: Traditional
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Typhonium, a genus of plants in the Araceae family (including species such as Typhonium flagelliforme), has a history of use in traditional medicine systems in Southeast Asia and other regions. In some ethnobotanical sources, parts of the Typhonium plant have been used for various ailments, including external applications for wounds, abscesses, and, less commonly, eye infections or irritations. The traditional rationale is typically based on the plant’s perceived anti-inflammatory or antimicrobial properties. However, direct references to Typhonium being used specifically and widely for the treatment or support of eye infections are scarce and often anecdotal.

There is limited scientific validation to support these traditional uses. Few studies have evaluated the efficacy or safety of Typhonium extracts for ocular conditions, and most available research focuses on other medicinal claims, such as anticancer or anti-inflammatory effects in non-ocular tissues. As such, while Typhonium may be included in some traditional herbal remedies for eye infections, robust clinical evidence is lacking. Additionally, the potential for toxicity—due to the presence of compounds such as calcium oxalate crystals—raises safety concerns for ocular use. Overall, the support for Typhonium in treating eye infections is rooted in tradition, rather than strong scientific evidence.

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