Evidence supporting the use of: Small-Flowered Willow-Herb
For the body system: Bladder

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Synopsis

Source of validity: Traditional
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Small-Flowered Willow-Herb (Epilobium parviflorum) has a long history of traditional use in European herbal medicine, particularly for supporting urinary and prostate health, which includes the bladder. The herb has been used in folk medicine to help alleviate symptoms associated with benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) and other lower urinary tract discomforts, which are often closely related to bladder function. Traditional use is especially noted in Central and Eastern Europe, where it is commonly prepared as a tea or extract.

Scientific research on Small-Flowered Willow-Herb is limited, with only a few in vitro and animal studies suggesting possible anti-inflammatory and mild anti-androgenic effects that could theoretically benefit the prostate and urinary tract. However, robust clinical trials in humans are lacking, and no direct, high-quality evidence exists to confirm its effectiveness specifically for bladder health. The traditional use is thus the main justification for its inclusion in remedies aimed at supporting the bladder and urinary system. Until more rigorous scientific studies are conducted, the rationale for its use remains primarily historical rather than evidence-based.

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