Smilax aristolochiifolia is less abundant due to environmental changes, but still used in traditional medicine.
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August 2021 in “Journal of Ethnobiology and Ethnomedicine” Smilax aristolochiifolia is declining in Puebla, Mexico, needing conservation efforts.
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May 2019 in “Journal of International Medical Research” Xiaoaiping reduces chemotherapy side effects and improves quality of life for breast cancer patients.
Green tea extract may be more effective and safer than minoxidil for hair growth.
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September 2022 in “International Journal of Molecular Sciences” Juniperus sabina L. extract shows potential medicinal value due to high podophyllotoxin levels and strong anti-butyrylcholinesterase activity.
"Coco de mono" seeds cause temporary hair loss due to selenocystathionine.
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November 2015 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” Botanicals like green tea extract show potential for hair growth, but more research is needed.
April 2019 in “Agriculture and natural resources” February 2025 in “International Journal of Research Publication and Reviews” Butterfly pea flower is valued for its health benefits, color-changing ability, and use in food and drinks.
Eclipta alba IIHR Sel EA 43 is best for large-scale cultivation due to high growth, yield, and wedelolactone content.
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November 2017 in “Asian journal of pharmaceutical and clinical research” Pakis Gajah (Angiopteris evecta) water extract may promote hair growth in rabbits, but more research is needed for human use.
November 2015 in “Indian drugs” The aerial roots of the Ficus benghalensis plant contain flavonoids, phenolics, and saponins.
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February 2014 in “Planta Medica” Scutellaria baicalensis extract and baicalin may help prevent hair loss.
July 2024 in “Science and Culture” Thuja orientalis L. has many health benefits and could be used in new medicines.
February 2026 in “Journal of Sylva Indonesiana” Avicennia marina heartwood extract shows strong antioxidant potential for health benefits.
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April 2018 in “Holzforschung” Scientists found a new natural compound and other known compounds in Cercidiphyllum japonicum twigs, which might be useful for medicine.
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February 2018 in “Journal of basic and clinical physiology and pharmacology/Journal of basic & clinical physiology & pharmacology” *Acorus calamus* has many medicinal benefits but needs more safety research.
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February 2023 in “Plant disease” 'Eclipta prostrata' plants in Taiwan are infected with 'Candidatus Phytoplasma aurantifolia'.
February 2020 in “International research journal of pharmacy” The emulsion made from tea plant and onion extracts shows promise for treating hair loss.
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February 2021 in “Frontiers in Pharmacology” Angelica sinensis and Tetrapanax papyrifer are common in Taiwanese TCM for lactation, with potential anticancer benefits.
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September 2018 in “Rendiconti lincei. Scienze fisiche e naturali” Researchers concluded that "spigo nardo" is the Himalayan plant Nardostachys jatamansi, used historically in medicine and cosmetics, now critically endangered.
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June 2018 in “Journal of Chromatographic Science” Researchers developed a method to measure plant compounds in rat blood and found they are quickly absorbed and eliminated within 36 hours.
June 2025 in “Universities Journal of Phytochemistry and Ayurvedic Heights” Eclipta alba has more wedelolactone, but Wedelia chinensis is better at fighting bacteria.
Medicinal plants are important for local health in La Tranca Arriba.
December 2025 in “Journal of Food Innovation, Nutrition, and Environmental Sciences” Solar drying preserves chlorophyll and phytochemicals in Chaya leaves better than sun drying.
August 2023 in “Jurnal Pharmacia Mandala Waluya” Albizia saponaria bark extract at 20% concentration promotes hair growth in rabbits.
August 2020 in “Prosiding Farmasi” Bidara Arab leaves may help promote hair growth.
January 2023 in “International Journal of Multidisciplinary Research and Growth Evaluation” Green tea might help manage hair loss from androgenetic alopecia.
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December 2022 in “Evidence-based Complementary and Alternative Medicine” Phenolic compounds from Quercus acutissima leaves, especially casuarinin, may help treat acne.
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November 2023 in “Indian Journal of Science and Technology” Eclipta alba may improve memory and help treat Alzheimer's disease.