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. 2015 May 15;10(5):e0127866. doi: 10.1371/journal.pone.0127866

Table 1. Species analyzed in this study and their therapeutical recommendations.

Species Recommended uses Number of samples
H. virginiana L. Topically for minor skin lesions, bruises and sprains, local inflammation of the skin and mucous membranes, hemorrhoids and varicose veins [11] 32
Internal uses External uses Inhalation
M. recutita L. Symptomatic treatment of digestive ailments, treatment of restlessness and insomnia due to nervous disorders [10] Inflammation and irritations of the skin and mucosa, including irritations and infections of the mouth and gums, and hemorrhoids [10] Symptomatic relief on irritations of the respiratory tract due to common cold [10] 31
M. ilicifolia Mart. Ex Reiss Treatment of dyspepsia, gastritis and gastroduodenal ulcer [15] 33
M. glomerata Sprengl. Bronchodilatador and expectorant [15] 31
P. ginseng C. A. Mey Prophylactic and restorative agent for enhancement of mental and physical capacities, in cases of weakness, exhaustion, tiredness, and loss of concentration, and during convalescence [10] 31
P. incarnata L. Mild sedative for nervous restlessness, insomnia and anxiety. Treatment of gastrointestinal disorders of nervous origins [12] 30
P. boldus Molina Treatment of functional dyspepsia and gastrointestinal disorders, cholagogue and choleretic [15] 34
V. officinalis L. Mild sedative and sleep promoting agent. Often used as a milder alternative or a possible substitute for stronger synthetic sedatives in treatment of nervous excitation and anxiety-induced sleep disturbances [10] 35