Synopsis

Source of validity: Traditional
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Arisaema species, commonly known as "jack-in-the-pulpit" or "cobra lily," have a history of use in traditional medicine, particularly within Chinese herbal medicine (where it is referred to as "Tian Nan Xing"). In these traditions, Arisaema tubers are believed to have properties that "resolve phlegm" and "disperse swelling," and are sometimes used in formulas aimed at treating conditions involving swollen glands or lymph nodes. However, the direct evidence supporting its efficacy specifically for swollen lymph glands is limited to traditional texts and anecdotal usage, without clear clinical documentation or modern scientific validation for this indication.

Toxicity is a concern with raw Arisaema, as it contains irritating compounds (notably calcium oxalate crystals and toxic alkaloids) and must be processed before medicinal use. There is a lack of well-designed clinical trials or robust pharmacological studies demonstrating its effectiveness or safety in treating lymphatic swelling. Most references to its use for "glands" are thus grounded in traditional herbal practice rather than scientific evidence. Caution is warranted due to potential toxicity and insufficient scientific support.

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