Evidence supporting the use of: Alchornea floribunda
For the health condition: Sore Throat

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Source of validity: Traditional
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Alchornea floribunda, a plant native to West and Central Africa, has a well-documented history of traditional use among indigenous communities. Its roots, leaves, and bark have been used in folk medicine for a variety of ailments, including as a remedy for sore throat. Ethnobotanical surveys and traditional healers report the use of decoctions or infusions of Alchornea floribunda for soothing throat pain and reducing inflammation. The plant is known for its antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory properties, which are believed to contribute to its effectiveness in alleviating symptoms associated with sore throat. However, while these traditional applications are well-documented in sources on African ethnomedicine, there is limited scientific evidence specifically validating its efficacy for sore throat in controlled clinical or pharmacological studies. The few laboratory studies available have focused on the plant’s general antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory activities, rather than on throat-specific pathogens or clinical outcomes. Therefore, while the use of Alchornea floribunda for sore throat is justified by tradition and supported by some in vitro findings, rigorous scientific validation is lacking, and its effectiveness remains primarily supported by traditional use.

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