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

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Synopsis

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

Blepharis species, particularly Blepharis linariifolia and Blepharis maderaspatensis, have been used traditionally in various regions of Africa and Asia for the treatment of skin infections and related conditions. Ethnobotanical surveys document their application as poultices or topical preparations for wounds, boils, and other skin ailments. The traditional use is often attributed to the plant's purported antimicrobial properties, although the specific mechanisms are not well-elucidated in classical literature.

There is limited scientific validation for these uses. A small number of preliminary in vitro studies have reported antibacterial and antifungal activity in extracts from Blepharis species; for example, methanolic and aqueous extracts have demonstrated modest inhibitory effects against certain pathogens relevant to skin infections. However, these studies are limited in scale, lack clinical confirmation, and often do not isolate the active compounds responsible for the effects.

Overall, the primary support for the use of Blepharis in treating skin infections comes from traditional medical systems rather than robust scientific evidence. The evidence rating reflects the predominance of traditional usage with some weak scientific signals but no substantial clinical validation to date.

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