Evidence supporting the use of: Albizia
For the health condition: Restless Dreams

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Synopsis

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

Albizia julibrissin, commonly known as the silk tree or mimosa, has a long history of use in traditional Chinese medicine (TCM), where it is called "He Huan Pi" (the bark) or "He Huan Hua" (the flower). In TCM texts, Albizia is described as calming the spirit, relieving constraint, and treating insomnia, anxiety, and "restless dreams." The use of Albizia for sleep disturbances and emotional agitation, including disturbed or restless dreaming, is well-documented in classic materia medica such as the Shen Nong Ben Cao Jing and subsequent compendia.

Modern clinical and pharmacological studies are limited, with most evidence remaining anecdotal or based on traditional usage. Some animal studies suggest sedative and anxiolytic effects for certain Albizia extracts, but direct research on its efficacy for restless dreams specifically is not available. The use of Albizia for this condition is therefore rooted primarily in traditional practice rather than robust scientific validation. Overall, the evidence for Albizia in the treatment of restless dreams should be considered as traditional, with a moderate rating due to the consistency and longevity of its use in TCM, but not supported by high-quality clinical trials.

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