November 2023 in “Turkish journal of botany” Türkiye uses many local plants to treat skin problems.
Maidenhair fern might help with COVID-19 symptoms, but it needs more testing.
October 2025 in “Jurnal Medisains Kesehatan” Muntingia calabura leaf extract is more effective against acne-causing bacteria than Averrhoa bilimbi.
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January 2012 in “Ancient Science of Life” Eclipta alba extract reduces ulcers and protects the stomach in rats.
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February 2004 in “Nature” OXI1 kinase is essential for plant defense and root hair growth in Arabidopsis.
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December 1994 in “Planta” 5 citations
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March 2023 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” Plantago asiatica L. extract can promote hair growth by enhancing the anagen phase.
July 2023 in “Biodiversitas” Sundanese mothers in a rural village in West Java use plants for maternal care.
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January 2020 in “Evidence-based Complementary and Alternative Medicine” Hataedock treatment improved skin health and reduced atopic dermatitis symptoms by enhancing the skin barrier and reducing inflammation.
January 2023 in “Acta medica Philippina” Papaya flower extract may help with hair growth by blocking a hair loss enzyme and acting as an antioxidant.
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July 2019 in “International Journal of Neuroscience and Behavioral Science” Thevetia peruviana bark extract reduces pain in mice and may help create new painkillers.
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January 2018 in “Journal of Plant Studies” Tridax procumbens may be a safe, affordable treatment for some health issues.
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October 2024 in “Journal of King Saud University - Science” Tridax procumbens extracts may help treat cancer due to their strong anticancer and antioxidant properties.
October 2024 in “JURNAL ILMU KEFARMASIAN INDONESIA” The extracts may help hair growth.
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October 2018 in “International journal of osteoarchaeology” Medieval people in Mallorca used ferns as medicine.
December 2019 in “International journal of engineering applied science and technology” Tridax procumbens, a weed, has various medicinal properties including wound healing and antibacterial effects.
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June 2021 in “chemistry of plant raw material” Rumex plants have potential health benefits, including antihypertensive, antiviral, antibacterial, and antitumor effects.
Maidenhair fern extract might help treat COVID-19 symptoms, but more research is needed.
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February 2019 in “Asian Journal of Pharmaceutical and Clinical Research” Jarjeer has potential health benefits and may aid hair growth, but effects on humans are uncertain.
Sweet violet helps with coughs, insomnia, allergies, and skin issues without major side effects at normal doses.
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January 2021 in “DergiPark (Istanbul University)” Many plants in Turkey are traditionally used to treat boils.
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September 2013 in “Science international” Leafy spices like basil and mint are very healthy and can help with digestion, hair loss, and inflammation.
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December 2013 in “Molecules” Two compounds from Asiasarum heterotropoides roots show potential as lung cancer treatments without harming normal cells.
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January 2022 in “GSC Biological and Pharmaceutical Sciences” Eclipta prostrata is used for health benefits and hair care, showing various protective and healing effects.
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April 2010 in “International Journal of Advances in Scientific Research” Wedelia biflora and Wedelia chinesis have important traditional medicinal uses and potential for modern medicine.
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April 2014 in “Journal of Scientific and Innovative Research” Tridax procumbens may help treat diabetes.
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December 2003 in “Planta” Hypaphorine from a fungus changes the internal structure of Eucalyptus root hairs, stopping their growth.
May 2023 in “Journal of pharmacognosy and phytochemistry” The study established quality standards for Sphagneticola calendulacea stem and suggested it may have therapeutic benefits.
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September 2018 in “Indian Research Journal of Pharmacy and Science” Aromatherapy uses essential oils to improve mood and well-being.
January 2023 in “Indian Journal of Unani Medicine” Common Myrtle is used in traditional medicine to treat various health issues.