Evidence supporting the use of: Queen's Delight
For the health condition: Skin (infections)

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Synopsis

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

Queen's Delight (Stillingia sylvatica) has a longstanding history of use in traditional herbal medicine, particularly in the American South, for the treatment of various skin conditions, including infections, eczema, and psoriasis. Historical sources from the 19th and early 20th centuries report its employment as a "blood purifier" and for managing "scrofula" (tuberculous lymphadenitis), syphilitic skin eruptions, and other chronic cutaneous disorders. The plant was included in several eclectic and Thomsonian materia medica texts, primarily for its perceived ability to stimulate lymphatic and hepatic function, thereby indirectly supporting skin health by "cleansing the system."

However, there is a lack of modern scientific studies validating these uses. Few phytochemical investigations have been conducted, and there is little to no clinical research on its efficacy or safety for treating skin infections. The traditional use was often based on the doctrine of signatures and empirical observations rather than controlled studies. Some older texts caution about its potential toxicity, especially in large doses. In summary, Queen's Delight's use for skin infections is primarily rooted in historical and traditional practice, with minimal scientific validation to support its efficacy or safety for these indications.

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