Synopsis

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

Black Nightshade (Solanum nigrum) has been used in various traditional medicine systems, such as Ayurveda, Traditional Chinese Medicine, and various folk practices, for a range of conditions. In some traditional contexts, the leaves or juice of Black Nightshade have been applied externally to help with wounds, skin injuries, and minor bleeding. The rationale for this is largely anecdotal and based on historical herbal practices, where many green leafy plants were used as poultices for their purported anti-inflammatory or soothing properties.

However, there is very little scientific evidence specifically validating the efficacy of Black Nightshade for stopping external bleeding. Modern phytochemical studies have identified some anti-inflammatory and antioxidant compounds in the plant, but there is no robust clinical or pharmacological research directly supporting its use as a styptic (an agent that stops bleeding). The available traditional documentation does not consistently mention its use for bleeding, and when it does, it is in the context of broader wound-healing practices rather than targeted hemostatic action.

In summary: The use of Black Nightshade for treating or supporting external bleeding is justified primarily by tradition, not by scientific validation. The overall quality and quantity of evidence supporting this particular use is very low.

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