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Source of validity: Traditional
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Cherokee Rose (Rosa laevigata) has been used in traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) for centuries, particularly its fruits, known as jin ying zi (金樱子). In TCM, it is classified as an astringent herb, employed to "secure essence" and "stop leakage," which includes stopping various types of bleeding such as uterine, urinary, and sometimes external bleeding. The rationale for its use is based on its perceived ability to stabilize and astringe bodily fluids and tissues. Classic materia medica texts, such as the "Shennong Bencao Jing," describe its use for conditions involving excessive loss of fluids, which has been extrapolated to include bleeding. However, direct references to treating external bleeding are less common than references to its use for internal conditions (e.g., diarrhea, spermatorrhea).

From a scientific perspective, there is limited evidence to validate its efficacy for external bleeding. Some laboratory studies have identified the presence of tannins and other astringent compounds, which theoretically could contribute to local vasoconstriction and reduced bleeding. However, robust clinical data or controlled trials are lacking, and the majority of its use in this context remains rooted in historical and ethnobotanical practice rather than modern pharmacological validation. Thus, while its traditional use for bleeding (including some external bleeding) is documented, scientific support remains minimal.

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