Evidence supporting the use of: Centipeda
For the health condition: Fungal Infections
Synopsis
Source of validity: Traditional
Rating (out of 5): 2
Centipeda, particularly Centipeda minima, is traditionally used in various systems of herbal medicine, especially in Chinese medicine, for its anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial properties. There are historical records of Centipeda being applied for conditions involving skin infections, sores, and sometimes for fungal skin diseases (tinea), though its primary traditional uses are for nasal and respiratory conditions. The rationale for its use against fungal infections comes from its general reputation as an antimicrobial agent in folk medicine rather than from targeted antifungal applications.
Scientific studies on Centipeda's antifungal effects are limited. Some in vitro research has suggested that extracts from Centipeda species exhibit mild inhibitory effects against certain fungal strains, but these results are preliminary and not extensive. There is a lack of robust clinical evidence or well-designed trials confirming its efficacy for treating fungal infections in humans. Thus, while there is some traditional precedent for its use in this context, and minor laboratory data, the evidence remains limited and does not meet modern standards for validation.
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alpha-pinene
barberry
basil
beta-pinene
bisabolol
black walnut
caprylic acid
chamomile
cinnamon
turmeric
goldenseal
green tea
lactoperoxidase
lauric acid
monolaurin
oregano
oregon grape
phenolic compounds
rosemary
sage
schizonepeta
undecylenic acid
neem tree
nut grass
commiphora
caesalpinia crista
pau d'arco
lemongrass
morinda
oriental arborvitae
zanthoxylum
polyphenols
eucalyptus
camphor oil
menthol oil
melaleuca alternifolia
geranium
10-Undecenoic Acid
3-Phenyllactic Acid
Agarikon Mushroom
Alpha-terpineol
Ardisia
Allicin
Anamu
Ajuga
Ampelopsis
Allyl Sulfide
Allyl isothiocyanate
Allium tuberosum
Alantolactone
Bee Propolis
Babchi
Baphicacanthus cusia
Barleria
Brazilian peppertree
Bisabolene
Bee hive
Borate
Black Nightshade
benzyl isothiocyanate
Borneol
Curry leaf
Caryophyllene
Calendula
Cinnamomum
coconut oil
Carvacrol
Cajuput
Citral
Centipeda
Chalcone
Copaiba Oil
Citronella
Dianthus
Euphorbia
Eugenol
Geraniol
Gnaphalium
Glyceryl monolaurate
gamma-terpinene
Garlic
Glyceryl caprylate caprate
Glechoma hederacea
Geranial
Hedyotis
Houttuynia
Henna
Herb Robert
Indian Fagonia
Jojoba Oil
Kefir
Lebbek
Litsea
Lichen
Laggera pterodonta
Lodhtree
Lantana camara
Leptospermum scoparium
Liverwort
Linalool
Labdanum
Mountain Pepper
Mustard
Melia
Mangostin
Mahonia
Marigold
Marking Nut Tree
Macaranga indica
Naphthoquinones
Oroxylum indicum
Onosma bracteatum
Propolis
Pentacyclic triterpenoids
Phlorotannins
Plumbago zeylanica
Plectranthus amboinicus
Polygodial
Rue
Sophora
Self-Heal
Salvia
Soapberry
Sandalwood
Sapindus mukorossi
Stereospermum
Sumac
Sulfur
Storax
Terpinen-4-ol
Thuja
Thymol
Thaumatococcus daniellii
Tulbaghia
Tea Tree Oil
Thiosulfinate
Terpinolene
Violet
Wrightia tinctoria
Water Pepper
Winter Savory
Zingiberene
Other health conditions supported by Centipeda
Abdominal PainAbrasions
Abscesses
Acne
Allergies (respiratory)
Antibiotics (alternatives to)
Appetite (deficient)
Asthma
Backache
Bites and Stings
Bleeding (external)
Boils
Bronchitis
Bruises (healing)
Burns and Scalds
Canker Sores
Cuts
Dermatitis
Diarrhea
Digestion (poor)
Ear Infection or Earache
Eczema
Emphysema
Eye Infections
Eyes (red or itching)
Fever
Fungal Infections
Gas and Bloating
Gastritis
Gingivitis
Glands (swollen lymph)
Headache (general)
Headache (sinus)
Headache (tension)
Herpes
Infection
Infection (bacterial)
Infection (viral)
Inflammation
Influenza
Injuries