Evidence supporting the use of: Aloe macroclada
For the health condition: Fungal Infections

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Synopsis

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

Aloe macroclada is a species of aloe native to Madagascar and is primarily used in traditional Malagasy medicine. Its use for the treatment or support of fungal infections is based on local ethnobotanical practices rather than robust scientific research. Healers in Madagascar employ Aloe macroclada for a variety of ailments, including skin disorders, which may encompass fungal infections. This traditional usage is documented in ethnopharmacological surveys and botanical studies, which report its application in wound healing, skin disease management, and as an antiseptic.

However, scientific validation for its antifungal efficacy is limited. While some Aloe species (such as Aloe vera) have demonstrated antifungal activity in laboratory studies, there is a lack of direct scientific studies specifically on Aloe macroclada’s antifungal properties. As such, the evidence supporting its use against fungal infections is primarily anecdotal and rooted in traditional knowledge, with a moderate level of traditional support but minimal scientific confirmation. Further research would be needed to substantiate its effectiveness and to isolate any active compounds with antifungal properties.

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