Synopsis

Source of validity: Traditional
Rating (out of 5): 1

Dogwood (Cornus species), particularly Cornus florida and Cornus officinalis, has a long history of use in traditional medicine systems, including Native American and Traditional Chinese Medicine. In these contexts, dogwood bark and fruit have been employed for a variety of ailments, most notably as a remedy for fevers (such as malaria) and sometimes gastrointestinal complaints. The use of dogwood to treat nausea and vomiting is primarily supported by traditional use rather than scientific research. Historical sources, including ethnobotanical records, indicate that Native Americans occasionally used dogwood bark infusions to address digestive upsets, which could include symptoms like nausea and vomiting, though this was not the most common use. There is minimal modern scientific evidence evaluating the efficacy of dogwood for nausea and vomiting. Few, if any, clinical or laboratory studies have specifically investigated its antiemetic (anti-nausea) properties. The rating of “1” reflects the fact that its use for this purpose is based almost solely on tradition and anecdotal reports, without robust or systematic validation through scientific research. Most modern herbal references do not list dogwood as a primary treatment for nausea or vomiting, favoring other well-established botanicals instead. Therefore, while dogwood does have a historical precedent for use in managing gastrointestinal symptoms, there is little contemporary evidence to support its efficacy or safety for this indication.

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