Evidence supporting the use of: Hairy Fig
For the health condition: Staph Infections

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Synopsis

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

Hairy Fig (Ficus hirta) has been traditionally used in Chinese herbal medicine and other Asian folk remedies, including for the management of skin infections such as those caused by Staphylococcus aureus. Ethnobotanical records indicate that the roots and stems of Hairy Fig have been employed in decoctions and topical applications for their purported antibacterial and anti-inflammatory properties. However, scientific research directly assessing its efficacy against Staph infections is limited. Some in vitro studies have reported that extracts from related Ficus species exhibit mild to moderate antibacterial effects, but specific and robust data for Ficus hirta against Staphylococcus species are sparse and preliminary at best. The traditional use is thus based on long-standing historical practices rather than on rigorous clinical evidence. No high-quality randomized controlled trials or comprehensive phytochemical studies have conclusively demonstrated its effectiveness against Staph infections. In summary, while Hairy Fig is used traditionally for infection-related indications, the direct scientific support for its use against Staphylococcus infections remains weak and further research is warranted.

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