Synopsis

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

White Heather (Calluna vulgaris) has a history of traditional use in folk medicine, particularly in parts of Europe. For external bleeding, White Heather was at times applied as a poultice or compress to wounds, cuts, or abrasions to help staunch bleeding and promote healing. This practice is primarily documented in Scottish and Northern European herbal traditions, where the plant was valued for its astringent properties—substances that can help contract tissues and potentially reduce bleeding. The astringency is often attributed to the presence of tannins and other polyphenolic compounds in the plant.

Despite this traditional use, there is little to no modern scientific research directly validating the effectiveness of White Heather for treating external bleeding. While astringents in general are known to have some hemostatic effects, there are no well-controlled studies demonstrating this effect specifically for White Heather when applied to wounds. The rating of 2 reflects the presence of longstanding traditional use and plausible mechanism (astringency), but a lack of robust scientific evidence or clinical trials. Therefore, while its use is justified by tradition, it should not be considered a proven or reliable treatment by modern medical standards.

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