Evidence supporting the use of: Eupatorium
For the health condition: Rashes and Hives

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Synopsis

Source of validity: Traditional
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Eupatorium is a genus of plants that includes several species commonly used in traditional herbal medicine, such as Eupatorium perfoliatum (commonly known as boneset) and Eupatorium purpureum (Joe-Pye weed). In various traditional medicine systems, especially in North America, Eupatorium species have been used to address a range of ailments, primarily fevers, colds, and flu-like symptoms. There are some anecdotal reports and historical herbals that mention Eupatorium being used externally as a poultice or wash for skin complaints, including rashes and hives, although this was not a primary or widespread use compared to its internal use for fevers. The application for rashes and hives seems to be based more on local folk practices rather than documented, systematic ethnobotanical use. There is no robust scientific research validating the effectiveness of Eupatorium for treating rashes or hives, and modern clinical evidence is lacking. Thus, its use for these skin conditions is supported mainly by traditional, anecdotal, or secondary references rather than scientific studies.

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