Synopsis

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

Lilium polyphyllum, commonly known as the "white Himalayan lily," is a plant used in traditional medicine systems, particularly in the Himalayas and parts of India. In Ayurvedic and Unani practices, the bulbs of Lilium polyphyllum are used for their purported medicinal properties, including as an expectorant and for the treatment of cough and respiratory ailments, which may align with the Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) concept of "damp" cough (characterized by phlegm and congestion). The use of this plant for cough is primarily based on ethnobotanical records and traditional formulations, where it is believed to have soothing and demulcent effects that help to alleviate irritation in the respiratory tract and facilitate the expulsion of mucus. However, there is a lack of robust scientific studies or clinical trials validating its efficacy for this indication. Only limited phytochemical analyses and general antimicrobial or anti-inflammatory studies exist on Lilium species, and these do not directly confirm its benefits for cough, especially "damp" cough as defined in TCM. Therefore, while the use of Lilium polyphyllum for cough has a traditional basis, the supporting evidence from modern research is weak, meriting a low evidence rating.

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