Synopsis

Source of validity: Traditional
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Glechoma hederacea (commonly known as ground ivy) has a history of traditional use in European herbal medicine, including as a topical application for minor wounds and external bleeding. Historical sources from the Middle Ages and later European herbals mention ground ivy being mashed or made into poultices to help stop bleeding and promote wound healing. The rationale for its use was primarily empirical, based on observed effects rather than an understanding of underlying pharmacology.

However, there is a lack of rigorous scientific research validating this use. Modern phytochemical studies have identified tannins in Glechoma hederacea, which could theoretically contribute to astringent properties and aid in blood coagulation when applied topically. Despite this, there are no clinical trials or high-quality laboratory studies directly supporting its hemostatic effects in humans. As such, the use of Glechoma hederacea for external bleeding remains supported by tradition rather than scientific evidence, and its efficacy and safety for this purpose are not well established.

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