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Source of validity: Traditional
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Ferns have been used traditionally in various cultures for the treatment of minor cuts and wounds. Historical ethnobotanical records indicate that certain species of ferns, such as Pteridium aquilinum (bracken fern) and Polypodium vulgare, were applied topically as a poultice or compress in folk medicine practices across parts of Europe, Asia, and the Americas. The rationale for this use was often based on the fern's perceived cooling, drying, or astringent properties, which were believed to help stop bleeding and promote healing. However, robust scientific studies validating the efficacy of ferns for cut healing are lacking. Most available information is anecdotal or derived from traditional knowledge rather than controlled research. There are few, if any, clinical trials or laboratory studies that substantiate the wound-healing effects of fern extracts or compounds. Furthermore, some fern species are known to contain toxic constituents, such as ptaquiloside in bracken fern, which raises safety concerns for use on open wounds. In summary, while the use of ferns for treating cuts is primarily justified by tradition, scientific evidence supporting their efficacy and safety is minimal.

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