Evidence supporting the use of: Baccharoides anthelmintica
For the health condition: Insect Repellant

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Synopsis

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

Baccharoides anthelmintica, also known as Vernonia anthelmintica, has a history of use in traditional medicine systems of India and surrounding regions. Folk practitioners have employed various parts of the plant, especially seeds and leaves, for a range of medicinal purposes. Among these, one minor yet documented use is as an insect repellent. In rural settings, crushed seeds or leaves have occasionally been applied to the skin or burned to repel insects, particularly mosquitoes. However, this practice is largely based on traditional knowledge and anecdotal reports, without systematic documentation of its efficacy.

There is a paucity of scientific studies specifically evaluating the insect-repellent properties of Baccharoides anthelmintica. While some research has focused on its antimicrobial or antiparasitic activities, very few studies have investigated its volatile oils or extracts for repellent effects. Thus, while its traditional use as an insect repellent is established in certain communities, the evidence supporting its efficacy is weak, and no modern clinical trials or laboratory assays provide robust validation. The rating reflects the presence of traditional use but a lack of substantive scientific confirmation.

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