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Source of validity: Traditional
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Ficus simplicissima, a species of fig tree native to parts of Asia, has been used in traditional medicine systems, particularly in regions such as China, Vietnam, and Thailand. In Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), the Spleen is a concept encompassing digestive and metabolic functions, rather than the anatomical spleen alone. Various Ficus species, including Ficus simplicissima, have been included in herbal remedies meant to "tonify" or support Spleen Qi, purportedly aiding digestion, increasing appetite, or combating fatigue. This usage is largely based on empirical tradition and historic texts, rather than on modern pharmacological data.

A limited number of phytochemical studies have identified bioactive compounds in Ficus simplicissima, such as flavonoids and phenolic compounds, which may possess antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties. However, direct scientific evidence linking these compounds to specific improvements in Spleen function, as defined either in TCM or Western medicine, is lacking. No high-quality clinical trials or robust experimental studies have confirmed its efficacy for digestive or metabolic support. Thus, the use of Ficus simplicissima for the Spleen system remains primarily traditional, with a low-to-moderate level of supporting evidence.

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