Evidence supporting the use of: Ocotillo
For the health condition: Bruises (prevention)

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Synopsis

Source of validity: Traditional
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Ocotillo (Fouquieria splendens) has a history of use in traditional Native American and herbal medicine, particularly in the southwestern United States and Mexico. Traditional healers have sometimes used ocotillo preparations for a variety of ailments, including as a topical application for bruises, swelling, and lymphatic support. However, documentation of its use specifically for bruises is sparse and largely anecdotal, often mentioned in passing in ethnobotanical references rather than supported by detailed accounts or clinical documentation.

There is little to no high-quality scientific research that validates the efficacy of ocotillo for preventing or treating bruises. The plant contains saponins and other compounds that are speculated to have anti-inflammatory properties, but no clinical trials or pharmacological studies have confirmed its effectiveness for bruises. Most available information comes from herbalist writings and ethnobotanical sources, which describe its traditional use but do not provide rigorous scientific evidence. Thus, its use for bruises is justified primarily on traditional grounds, with very limited supporting evidence.

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