Evidence supporting the use of: Bauhinia Variegata
For the health condition: Insomnia

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Synopsis

Source of validity: Traditional
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Bauhinia variegata, commonly known as mountain ebony or Kachnar, is a plant widely used in various traditional medicinal systems, particularly Ayurveda and traditional folk medicine in India and Southeast Asia. Its use for insomnia, however, is predominantly rooted in traditional practices rather than scientific validation. Classical Ayurvedic texts and ethnobotanical reports mention Bauhinia variegata as having calming or sedative effects, sometimes included in formulations aimed at promoting restful sleep or alleviating anxiety. This traditional use is generally based on the broader application of certain plant extracts for “nervous system” disorders or as a mild relaxant.

Despite these traditional claims, there is currently very limited scientific research directly evaluating Bauhinia variegata or its extracts for the treatment of insomnia or sleep disorders. Pharmacological studies on the plant largely focus on its anti-diabetic, antimicrobial, and anti-inflammatory properties, with little to no data from controlled trials examining its effect on sleep latency, quality, or duration. As such, the evidence supporting its use for insomnia is mainly anecdotal and traditional, with a low level of scientific support.

In summary, while Bauhinia variegata has a history of traditional use for calming the nerves or promoting sleep, there is minimal empirical evidence to justify its efficacy for insomnia by modern scientific standards.

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