Evidence supporting the use of: Arisaema erubescens
For the health condition: Itching
Synopsis
Source of validity: Traditional
Rating (out of 5): 1
Arisaema erubescens, also known as "Cobra Lily," has a long history of use in traditional medicine, especially in Ayurveda and traditional Chinese medicine. The tuber of Arisaema species is sometimes used for various inflammatory conditions, including skin disorders that may involve itching. However, the justification for its use to support or treat itching is based almost entirely on tradition rather than robust scientific evidence. Traditional texts describe its use for "pruritus" (itching), swelling, and other dermatological complaints, often as part of complex polyherbal formulations and after specific detoxification processes, since the raw plant contains irritating and toxic compounds such as calcium oxalate crystals. There are currently no high-quality clinical trials or pharmacological studies specifically validating its efficacy for itching in humans. Additionally, improper use can cause irritation and toxicity, which raises concerns about its safety profile. Therefore, while the traditional use exists and is documented in ethnobotanical and Ayurvedic literature, the actual evidence for its effectiveness in treating itching is minimal and not scientifically established.
Other ingredients used for Itching
Aloe veramyrobalan
betel
bisabolol
chamomile
turmeric
Japanese sophora
licorice root
marshmallow
Peppermint
scrophularia root
slippery elm bark
vitamin D
vitamin E
zinc
bentonite
chickweed
typhonium
ferula assafoetida
yarrow
sweetgums
oriental arborvitae
sheep's sorrel
camphor oil
white oak
melaleuca alternifolia
geranium
Avens
Apple Cider Vinegar
Agrimony
Anamu
Abrus
American Liverleaf
Asam gelugor
Allantoin
Alsonia scholaris
Argan nut oil
Amor seco
Arani
Arisaema
Asarum sieboldii
benzyl alcohol
Babchi
Baliospermum
Baphicacanthus cusia
Balsam
Barleria
Brazilian peppertree
Black Nightshade
Calendula
Calotropis gigantea
Clerodendrum trichotomum
coconut oil
Colloid
Cinquefoil
Cocoa Butter
Carry Me Seed
Cornflower
Cajuput
Catechu
Cedar
Calamus
Cyanthillium cinereum
Castor Oil
Carthamus
Copaiba Oil
Citronella
Didymocarpus
DIVI-DIVI
Dwarf Nettle
Davilla rugosa
Dendramine
European Elder
Erodium cicutarium
Emu Oil
Elephant's Head
Euphorbia
Eugenol
Flueggea suffruticosa
Fang-Feng
Fleabane
Fringed Pink
Giant Blazingstar
Gardenia jasminoides
Golden Shower Tree
Homalomena
Houttuynia
Honey loquat syrup
Hydrocolloid
Henna
Indian Nightshade
Jewelweed
Jojoba Oil
Jessica's Sticktight
Ledebouriella
Lesser speargrass
Lichen
Lophira lanceolata
Lycopodium
Labrador Tea
Lantana camara
Leptospermum scoparium
Lysimachia
Marsh Tea
Mallow
Malva sylvestris
Matico
Matapalo Tree
Mahonia
Marking Nut Tree
Macaranga indica
Oak
Onosma bracteatum
Pagoda Tree
Pulsatilla
Pepper Bark Tree
Pellitory
Plumbago zeylanica
Polygonum
Plectranthus amboinicus
Potentilla
Quisqualis
Rue
Rubus
Rhus glabra
Sabadilla
Spilanthes
Speedwell
Spanish Needle
Self-Heal
Sweet Annie
Spikenard
Salvia
Sensitive Plant
Snakeroot
Sanguisorba
Southernwood
Slippery Elm
Sagebrush
Semiaquilegia
Soapberry
Sandalwood
Scabrous Gentian
Sapindus mukorossi
Sumac
Sulfur
Sweet Bay
Storax
Sandy Everlasting
Tannins
Terpinen-4-ol
Thymol
Tea Tree Oil
Vervain
Wrightia tinctoria
Witch Hazel
Waltheria ovata
Winter Savory
Other health conditions supported by Arisaema erubescens
Abdominal PainAbscesses
Afterbirth Pain
Anal Fistula or Fissure
Appendicitis
Arthritis
Asthma
Backache
Bites and Stings
Bleeding (external)
Boils
Bronchitis
Bruises (healing)
Burns and Scalds
Canker Sores
Carbuncles
Chest Pain
Cramps and Spasms
Cuts
Debility
Diarrhea
Digestion (poor)
Dizziness
Eczema
Edema
Epilepsy
Eye Infections
Eye Problems
Eyes (red or itching)
Fever
Gangrene
Gas and Bloating
Gastritis
Glands (swollen lymph)
Goiter
Gout
Halitosis
Headache (general)
Headache (sinus)
Infection
Infection (bacterial)
Injuries
Itching
Menstrual Irregularity
Nausea and Vomiting
Pain (general remedies for)
Parasites (general)
Parasites (nematodes, worms)
Phlebitis
Rashes and Hives
Snake Bite
Sore Throat