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Source of validity: Traditional
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Artemisia, a genus that includes species such as Artemisia vulgaris (mugwort) and Artemisia annua, has a long history of traditional use in various cultures for managing external bleeding. In Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), mugwort leaves are commonly processed into "moxa," which is burned and applied to the skin during moxibustion therapy. Historically, Artemisia has also been used as a styptic agent—an herb that helps stop bleeding when applied topically. Folk medicine across Europe and Asia often employed crushed or poulticed Artemisia leaves directly on wounds to encourage clotting and reduce bleeding. This practice is referenced in classical herbal texts, such as those by Dioscorides and later European herbals. However, the scientific evidence supporting Artemisia's efficacy in treating external bleeding is limited. Some laboratory studies have identified compounds in Artemisia species with mild astringent and antimicrobial properties, which could theoretically aid in wound healing and hemostasis, but robust clinical trials are lacking. Therefore, while its use for bleeding is well documented in traditional medicine, especially before the advent of modern hemostatic agents, it is not supported by strong modern scientific validation.

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