Review
High therapeutic potential of Spilanthes acmella: A review.
Veda Prachayasittikul, Supaluk Prachayasittikul, Somsak Ruchirawat, Virapong Prachayasittikul
ReviewEXCLI journal2013
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Research Facts
High therapeutic potential of Spilanthes acmella: A review.
Veda Prachayasittikul, Supaluk Prachayasittikul, Somsak Ruchirawat, Virapong Prachayasittikul
Review · Moderate · 2013 · EXCLI journal
Findings

This review analyzed Spilanthes acmella, a traditional plant used for toothaches, and confirmed it has multiple bioactive compounds with medicinal properties. The research shows potential applications in medicine, cosmetics, and health supplements, though the abstract doesn't specify which benefits have the strongest evidence or what the actual therapeutic results were.

Design: Review
Evidence: Moderate
Journal: EXCLI journal
Methodology

This is a literature review that compiled existing research on the plant's chemistry, bioactive compounds, and traditional uses—not a new experiment testing the plant's effects.

Funded By

Funding not disclosed in abstract