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Source of validity: Traditional
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Alstonia scholaris, commonly known as the "devil tree" or "saptaparni," has a long history of use in traditional medicine systems such as Ayurveda and folk medicine in India and Southeast Asia. Its bark and other parts have been traditionally employed to treat a range of conditions, including fevers, respiratory issues, and as an adjunct in the management of snake bites. In many rural communities, decoctions of the bark are administered to snake bite victims, often alongside other herbs or traditional interventions. The rationale for its use is primarily based on its perceived ability to "neutralize poison" and support recovery.

However, there is very limited scientific research directly investigating the anti-venom or anti-snakebite properties of Alstonia scholaris. Some in vitro and animal studies suggest that extracts from the plant may have general anti-inflammatory, immunomodulatory, or wound-healing effects, but these are not specific to snake venom neutralization. No robust clinical trials or pharmacological studies have confirmed its efficacy against snake venom in humans. Therefore, while Alstonia scholaris is indeed used traditionally for snake bites, its actual effectiveness remains unproven in scientific literature, and its use should not replace standard medical care for envenomation.

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