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Aquilegia formosa, commonly known as crimson columbine, has a history of use in traditional Native American medicine. Various tribes, including the Blackfoot and other groups, reportedly used crushed leaves or poultices of the plant topically to address minor wounds and external bleeding. The rationale in traditional practice was based on empirical observation rather than scientific validation, as indigenous healers found the plant helpful in stopping minor bleeding when directly applied. However, there is a lack of rigorous ethnobotanical detail regarding preparation methods and the efficacy of Aquilegia formosa compared to other more widely acknowledged hemostatic plants.

From a scientific perspective, there are no published clinical trials or pharmacological studies substantiating the plant's effectiveness in treating external bleeding. No specific hemostatic compounds have been isolated or identified in Aquilegia formosa in modern research. Furthermore, caution is advised, as many members of the genus, including A. formosa, can contain potentially toxic compounds such as cyanogenic glycosides. Overall, while there is some documentation of traditional topical use for minor bleeding, the evidence base is limited, and there is no scientific validation for its effectiveness or safety in this context.

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