Evidence supporting the use of: Elephant\'s head
For the health condition: Abrasions

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Synopsis

Source of validity: Traditional
Rating (out of 5): 2

Elephant's Head (Pedicularis spp.) has a history of traditional use by various Native American groups and herbalists, primarily in North America. It is not widely cited in modern scientific literature for the treatment of abrasions, but traditional healers have used the plant in poultices and washes for various skin injuries, including abrasions. The usage is typically based on the plant’s reputed soothing and anti-inflammatory properties, which may help calm irritated skin and support the healing process. However, the specific evidence supporting its efficacy for abrasions is largely anecdotal and rooted in ethnobotanical records rather than clinical trials or pharmacological studies.

There are a few references in ethnobotanical surveys (such as those compiled by Daniel Moerman) noting the use of Elephant’s Head preparations for minor wounds and skin irritations, but these are not supported by documented laboratory or clinical research. The lack of substantial phytochemical or biomedical investigation means that the rating for evidence is low—justified by the persistence of tradition rather than modern validation. As such, Elephant’s Head is used for abrasions chiefly in traditional contexts, and individuals seeking evidence-based treatments should consider options with proven efficacy.

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