The use of the Asoka Tree (Saraca asoca) for treating cuts is primarily supported by traditional medicine practices, particularly within Ayurveda. Traditional Ayurvedic texts describe various applications of the bark, leaves, and flowers of the Asoka Tree, mostly for gynecological disorders, but there are also references to its astringent and wound-healing properties. The astringent nature of its extracts is believed to help in the contraction of tissues and may be employed for minor skin injuries, including cuts, to promote healing and reduce bleeding.

However, scientific validation for these uses is limited. There are a few in vitro or animal studies suggesting wound healing or antimicrobial effects of some Asoka Tree extracts, but these are not robust or directly related to the treatment of cuts in humans. Most contemporary references to the use of Asoka for wounds and cuts are based on historical or ethnobotanical records rather than controlled clinical studies. Thus, while the tradition of using Asoka Tree preparations for cuts exists, the evidence supporting its efficacy is weak and based mainly on anecdotal or traditional sources rather than scientific validation.