Evidence supporting the use of: Alchornea floribunda
For the health condition: Skin (infections)

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Synopsis

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

Alchornea floribunda is traditionally used in various parts of West and Central Africa to treat skin infections and related conditions. Ethnobotanical surveys and reports document its application in the form of poultices, decoctions, or crushed leaves applied directly to the skin for ailments such as boils, wounds, and general skin infections. These practices are based on long-standing indigenous knowledge and cultural beliefs regarding the plant’s healing properties.

Scientific studies examining the antimicrobial or wound-healing effects of Alchornea floribunda are limited. Some in vitro studies on related Alchornea species (such as Alchornea cordifolia) have shown mild antibacterial and antifungal effects, but there is a lack of robust, peer-reviewed research specifically validating the efficacy of Alchornea floribunda for skin infections. The evidence supporting its traditional use is therefore primarily anecdotal and based on ethnomedicinal records rather than clinical trials or pharmacological studies.

In summary, the use of Alchornea floribunda for supporting or treating skin infections is rooted in traditional medicine with only minimal scientific investigation, and its efficacy remains to be rigorously established through modern research.

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