Synopsis

Source of validity: Traditional
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Blackbrush (Coleogyne ramosissima) is a shrub native to the southwestern United States, and while it is not a widely known or commonly used herb in mainstream herbal medicine, there are references to its use by indigenous peoples and early settlers of the American Southwest. Historical ethnobotanical records indicate that some Native American groups, such as the Paiute, used parts of the blackbrush plant for minor skin ailments, including abrasions and other superficial wounds. The application typically involved using poultices or decoctions made from the leaves or stems directly on the skin. The rationale behind this practice was likely based on the plant's mild astringent and possibly antimicrobial properties, though these properties have not been rigorously characterized in scientific studies. Importantly, there is a lack of formal clinical or laboratory research validating the efficacy or safety of blackbrush for treating abrasions. Therefore, its use is best described as traditional, with little to no scientific validation supporting effectiveness for this purpose.

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