Evidence supporting the use of: Agastache urticifolia
For the body system: Sweat Glands
Synopsis
Source of validity: Traditional
Rating (out of 5): 2
Agastache urticifolia, commonly known as nettleleaf giant hyssop or horse mint, has a history of traditional use by Native American peoples. Among its documented ethnobotanical applications, it has been used to promote sweating (as a diaphoretic), particularly for managing fever, colds, and flu-like symptoms. The plant was sometimes brewed as a tea for this purpose. The rationale was that inducing perspiration could help "sweat out" illness, a concept common in many traditional medicine systems. However, while traditional practices suggest its use for supporting the sweat glands or promoting sweating, there is little to no modern pharmacological or clinical evidence directly validating these effects. Most contemporary herbal references mention its diaphoretic use in passing, often relying on historical accounts rather than scientific studies. No significant research has been conducted to isolate active compounds in Agastache urticifolia that act specifically on sweat glands or thermoregulation. Thus, while its use for supporting the sweat glands is rooted in tradition, this application is not well-supported by modern scientific data.
Other body systems supported by Agastache urticifolia
BronchialsDigestive System
Gastrointestinal Tract
Immune System
Lungs
Respiratory System
Sinuses
Sweat Glands
