Synopsis

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

Stillingia (most commonly referring to Stillingia sylvatica, also known as Queen’s Delight) has a long history of traditional use in North American herbal medicine, particularly among Native American tribes and 19th-century eclectic physicians. Traditional healers prepared topical applications or poultices from the root to treat skin infections, ulcers, syphilitic sores, and other dermatological conditions. The root was often used as an alterative, believed to "cleanse the blood" and resolve skin eruptions associated with chronic infections or systemic toxicity.

However, scientific evidence supporting the use of stillingia for skin infections is minimal. Chemical analyses have identified certain diterpenes and other compounds in stillingia with possible biological activity, but there have been no robust clinical trials or controlled studies evaluating its efficacy for skin infections in humans. Most of the available information is derived from historical texts, ethnobotanical surveys, and anecdotal reports rather than modern pharmacological research. While some in vitro studies suggest mild antimicrobial properties, these findings have not been translated into validated clinical use.

In summary, the support for stillingia’s use in treating skin infections is primarily traditional, with a historical foundation but limited scientific validation. Its use should be approached with caution due to potential toxicity and a lack of modern safety data.

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