Evidence supporting the use of: Cymbidium goeringii
For the health condition: Infection (viral)

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Source of validity: Traditional
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Cymbidium goeringii has a history of use in traditional East Asian medicine, particularly in Chinese herbal medicine, where it is employed for various ailments, including fever, inflammation, and infection-related conditions. The use of this orchid for treating or supporting viral infections is rooted primarily in traditional practices rather than scientific validation. Descriptions in historical texts and materia medica attribute to Cymbidium goeringii properties such as clearing heat, detoxifying, and resolving toxins, which in traditional Chinese medical theory, may be linked to the treatment or prevention of infectious diseases. However, modern scientific studies specifically investigating the antiviral effects of Cymbidium goeringii are limited, and there is a lack of robust clinical evidence demonstrating efficacy against viral infections. Some in vitro studies have investigated related Cymbidium species for general antimicrobial or anti-inflammatory activities, but these do not provide strong or direct evidence for antiviral efficacy, especially in humans. Therefore, the primary justification for its use in supporting or treating viral infections is based on tradition, with minimal scientific corroboration at present.

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