Synopsis

Source of validity: Traditional
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Commiphora gileadensis, commonly known as balm of Gilead, has a long history of traditional use in wound care, including for scratches and abrasions. Historical records from the Middle East and biblical references describe the use of its resinous exudate as a healing balm. Traditional medicine practices attribute antiseptic, anti-inflammatory, and wound-healing properties to its resin and essential oils. However, modern scientific studies specifically evaluating Commiphora gileadensis for treating minor wounds such as scratches and abrasions are limited. Some related species within the Commiphora genus (e.g., Commiphora myrrha, or myrrh) have demonstrated antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory effects in laboratory studies, which may provide indirect support for the traditional uses of C. gileadensis. Nonetheless, direct clinical evidence or rigorous pharmacological validation for C. gileadensis itself in the context of scratches and abrasions is lacking. Thus, the justification for its use is primarily traditional, supported by historical and ethnobotanical sources rather than robust scientific research.

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