Evidence supporting the use of: Lantana camara
For the health condition: Fungal Infections

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Source of validity: Scientific
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Lantana camara has a history of use in traditional medicine for various ailments, including infections. In terms of fungal infections, there is limited but notable scientific evidence supporting its antifungal activity. Several in vitro studies have demonstrated that extracts from the leaves, flowers, and stems of Lantana camara possess inhibitory effects against a range of pathogenic fungi, such as Aspergillus niger, Candida albicans, and Trichophyton species. These effects are believed to be associated with the presence of phytochemicals such as flavonoids, terpenoids, and essential oils.

For example, a study published in the Journal of Ethnopharmacology (2014) found that ethanolic extracts of Lantana camara leaves exhibited moderate antifungal activity against Candida albicans. Another study in the African Journal of Biotechnology (2011) reported antifungal activity of Lantana camara extracts against dermatophytes responsible for skin infections. However, these studies are primarily laboratory-based, and there is a lack of robust clinical trials or in vivo research to confirm efficacy or safety in humans.

Despite the traditional use and promising laboratory findings, the evidence remains preliminary. Thus, while there is a scientific basis for antifungal properties, the overall strength of the evidence is limited, warranting further research before Lantana camara can be recommended for clinical use against fungal infections.

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