Evidence supporting the use of: Paper mulberry
For the health condition: Gonorrhea

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Synopsis

Source of validity: Traditional
Rating (out of 5): 1

Paper mulberry (Broussonetia papyrifera) has traditional uses in various Asian folk medicines, including reported applications for treating sexually transmitted infections such as gonorrhea. Ethnobotanical records indicate that some indigenous and rural communities in East and Southeast Asia have employed decoctions or infusions of the plant’s leaves, roots, or bark for urinary tract infections and gonorrhea-like symptoms. These uses are documented in regional ethnopharmacological surveys and compilations of traditional medicine practices.

However, there is a lack of rigorous scientific validation for the efficacy of paper mulberry specifically against Neisseria gonorrhoeae, the bacterium responsible for gonorrhea. While some laboratory studies have identified antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory properties of certain compounds (such as flavonoids and phenolics) present in Broussonetia papyrifera, there is no direct clinical or in vitro evidence demonstrating effectiveness against gonorrhea.

In summary, the use of paper mulberry for gonorrhea is primarily supported by traditional knowledge rather than modern scientific validation. The evidence is minimal and should be considered anecdotal, with no clinical trials or mechanistic studies substantiating its application for this specific infection.

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