Synopsis

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

Stone Root (Collinsonia canadensis) has a history of use in traditional herbal medicine, particularly within North American indigenous and 19th-century eclectic herbal practices. It was primarily used for conditions affecting the veins, such as hemorrhoids and varicose veins, as well as for kidney and urinary complaints. There are some records from traditional herbal texts and practitioners suggesting its use in alleviating skin conditions, including rashes and hives, often attributed to its purported anti-inflammatory and astringent properties. However, these uses are not widely described or central to Stone Root’s historical applications, and such recommendations are largely anecdotal or based on broader claims about its ability to “clear toxins” or support skin health indirectly.

There is currently no scientific validation or clinical research supporting the use of Stone Root for rashes or hives. Modern herbal references rarely mention it for acute skin eruptions. The rationale for its traditional use in this context is weak and not well-documented compared to its more established traditional uses. Consequently, the evidence for using Stone Root for rashes or hives is rated as very low (1/5) and is based primarily on limited, historical anecdotal reports rather than robust traditional practice or scientific investigation.

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