Evidence supporting the use of: California Spikenard
For the health condition: Rashes and Hives

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Synopsis

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

California Spikenard (Aralia californica), also known as Elk Clover, has a history of use among Native American groups in California and herbalists for a variety of purposes, including as a topical application for rashes and hives. Ethnobotanical records indicate that poultices made from the roots or leaves were sometimes applied to skin afflictions, including rashes, sores, and swelling, to provide relief. However, these uses are supported primarily by traditional knowledge and anecdotal accounts rather than controlled scientific investigations.

There is little to no published clinical or pharmacological research directly investigating the efficacy or safety of California Spikenard for treating rashes or hives. Most references to its use for skin conditions are found in ethnobotanical surveys or historical herbal texts, rather than peer-reviewed scientific literature. Contemporary herbalists occasionally reference these traditions, but there is a lack of rigorous evidence to endorse its effectiveness or mechanism for dermatological conditions. Therefore, while its use is rooted in tradition, the quality and quantity of supporting evidence is quite low.

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