Evidence supporting the use of: Water Lily (unspecified)
For the health condition: Skin (infections)

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Synopsis

Source of validity: Traditional
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Water lily species (especially Nymphaea spp. and Nymphaea alba) have traditionally been used in various cultures for treating skin infections and related dermatological conditions. In European folk medicine, extracts and poultices made from the leaves, flowers, or rhizomes of water lilies were applied topically to soothe inflamed skin, ulcers, and wounds. These uses are also noted in some traditional Asian medical practices. The rationale for such applications lies in the plant’s perceived astringent and anti-inflammatory properties, as described in historical herbal texts.

However, the scientific evidence supporting the efficacy of water lily for treating skin infections is minimal. Some preliminary laboratory studies have reported that extracts of water lily possess mild antimicrobial and antioxidant activities, but these findings are neither robust nor specific to the treatment of human skin infections. There is a lack of clinical trials or rigorous pharmacological studies substantiating its topical use for infectious skin diseases. Therefore, while the use of water lily for skin infections is supported by historical and ethnobotanical records, it lacks strong scientific validation and should be regarded cautiously in the absence of more definitive research.

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