Evidence supporting the use of: Lomatium dissectum
For the health condition: Staph Infections

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Synopsis

Source of validity: Traditional
Rating (out of 5): 1

Lomatium dissectum, commonly known as fernleaf biscuitroot or desert parsley, has a history of traditional use among Native American tribes and early herbalists in North America, primarily for respiratory infections and as a general antimicrobial agent. Its application for Staphylococcus (Staph) infections specifically is grounded more in traditional herbal practice than in robust scientific research. Early ethnobotanical records describe its use for various infectious diseases, especially during the 1918 influenza pandemic, but do not provide detailed documentation for Staph infections in particular.

Modern herbalists sometimes recommend Lomatium dissectum for bacterial infections, based largely on its reputed broad-spectrum antimicrobial properties. However, scientific studies directly investigating its efficacy against Staphylococcus aureus or related pathogens are extremely limited. Available in vitro research indicates the presence of antimicrobial compounds in Lomatium, but data are sparse, and clinical studies are lacking. Thus, while there is a tradition of use for infections that may have included Staph, there is insufficient scientific validation for its effectiveness specifically against Staph infections.

In summary, the use of Lomatium dissectum for Staph infections is primarily justified by tradition, with a low evidence rating due to the lack of targeted scientific studies.

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