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

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Synopsis

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

Jatoba (Hymenaea courbaril), also known as Brazilian cherry, has a long history of use in traditional medicine in South America, particularly in Brazil and the Amazon region. Indigenous peoples and local healers have utilized different parts of the Jatoba tree, especially the bark and resin, for treating various skin ailments, including infections, wounds, and ulcers. The traditional application often involves preparing decoctions or poultices from the bark or resin, which are then applied topically to the affected skin area.

Scientific studies investigating the antimicrobial or wound-healing properties of Jatoba are limited. Some in vitro studies have reported that extracts from Jatoba bark and resin possess antibacterial and antifungal activities, which could provide some rationale for its traditional use in treating skin infections. However, these studies are preliminary, and there is a lack of robust clinical trials in humans. The evidence remains largely anecdotal and based on ethnobotanical surveys rather than systematic, controlled research.

In summary, while there is traditional use and some early laboratory evidence supporting the use of Jatoba for skin infections, high-quality clinical studies are lacking, and the scientific evidence is not yet strong. Thus, its use for this purpose is primarily justified by tradition.

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