Evidence supporting the use of: Chokecherry
For the health condition: Bites and Stings

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Synopsis

Source of validity: Traditional
Rating (out of 5): 1

Chokecherry (Prunus virginiana) has a history of use among various Indigenous peoples of North America, including for treating bites and stings. Ethnobotanical records indicate that some Native American tribes used infusions or poultices made from chokecherry bark, leaves, or fruit as topical applications for snakebites, insect stings, and other skin afflictions. These uses were primarily based on traditional knowledge and empirical observation, rather than systematic scientific evaluation.

However, there is very limited scientific evidence supporting the effectiveness of chokecherry for bites and stings. Most modern studies of chokecherry have focused on its antioxidant properties, potential antitussive effects, and toxicity due to cyanogenic glycosides, rather than its use in treating envenomation or inflammatory skin reactions. No clinical trials or robust preclinical studies specifically validate its efficacy for bites and stings.

Therefore, while chokecherry has a traditional basis for use in this context, the quality of evidence is low, and it should not be considered a scientifically validated remedy for bites or stings. Modern medical treatment should be sought for these conditions.

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