Synopsis

Source of validity: Traditional
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Marigold, particularly Calendula officinalis, has a long history of traditional use for external bleeding and wound care. Traditional herbal medicine texts from Europe and other regions document the application of marigold flower preparations—often as poultices, tinctures, or ointments—to treat minor cuts, abrasions, and bleeding wounds. The rationale for its use stems from observed astringent, anti-inflammatory, and purported hemostatic properties. However, while calendula is widely recommended in traditional medicine for promoting wound healing and reducing bleeding, robust scientific validation for its direct hemostatic effect (i.e., stopping bleeding) remains limited. Some in vitro and animal studies suggest that calendula extracts may promote wound healing and exhibit anti-inflammatory activity, but evidence for a primary action in stopping bleeding in clinical settings is sparse. Most modern research and clinical use focus on its wound-healing, anti-inflammatory, and antimicrobial effects rather than direct hemostasis. In summary, marigold’s use for external bleeding is primarily based on well-documented traditional practices, with modest scientific support focused more on wound care than on cessation of bleeding per se.

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