Synopsis

Source of validity: Traditional
Rating (out of 5): 2

Spilanthes, particularly Spilanthes acmella (also known as the "toothache plant"), has a long history of traditional use for treating external bleeding and as a wound healing agent. Indigenous peoples in South America, Africa, and Asia have applied fresh leaves or extracts topically to wounds, cuts, and abrasions to help stop bleeding and promote healing. The plant contains bioactive compounds such as spilanthol, which is known for its local anesthetic and anti-inflammatory effects, and other constituents that may have mild hemostatic (bleeding-stopping) actions. However, while there are some laboratory studies supporting antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory activity of Spilanthes extracts, robust clinical or pharmacological evidence specifically confirming its effectiveness in stopping external bleeding is lacking. Most references to its use for bleeding are found in ethnobotanical records and traditional medical texts rather than in modern scientific literature. Therefore, the use of Spilanthes for external bleeding is justified primarily by traditional use rather than scientific validation, and the evidence rating reflects a reliance on historical rather than rigorous clinical data.

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