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Source of validity: Traditional
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Centipeda minima, also known as "Spreading Sneezeweed," has a long history of use in traditional medicine, particularly in Chinese and some Southeast Asian herbal practices. In traditional Chinese medicine (TCM), Centipeda minima (Ebu Shi Cao) has been used externally to aid in the healing of minor wounds, scratches, and abrasions, often as a poultice or wash. The rationale for its use historically centers around its purported anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial properties, which are believed to help prevent infection and promote tissue repair.

Scientific studies on Centipeda minima have largely focused on its potential anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and antimicrobial effects in vitro and in animal models. Some research has identified compounds such as sesquiterpene lactones and flavonoids that may contribute to these bioactivities. However, direct scientific validation for its efficacy specifically in treating scratches and abrasions in humans is limited, with no robust clinical trials available. The majority of its use for wound healing remains based on traditional knowledge rather than modern evidence-based medicine. Therefore, while there is some plausible biological basis for its traditional external application, the evidence supporting its use for scratches and abrasions is mostly anecdotal or historical rather than conclusively scientific.

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