Evidence supporting the use of: Rosa californica
For the health condition: Abrasions

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Synopsis

Source of validity: Traditional
Rating (out of 5): 2

Rosa californica (California wild rose) has a history of traditional use among Indigenous peoples of California and herbal practitioners for treating minor wounds, including abrasions. Ethnobotanical records indicate that poultices made from the leaves or bark were sometimes applied to cuts, scrapes, and minor skin irritations to promote healing. The rationale given in traditional practices centers on the plant's purported astringent and antimicrobial properties, likely due to the presence of tannins and other phenolic compounds. However, the bulk of the evidence is anecdotal or drawn from oral traditions, rather than from systematic studies.

There is currently little to no direct scientific research specifically validating the efficacy of Rosa californica for treating abrasions. While some studies on related Rosa species (such as Rosa rugosa or Rosa canina) have demonstrated mild antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory effects, these findings cannot be directly extrapolated to Rosa californica. In summary, the use of Rosa californica for abrasions is primarily justified by tradition, with only limited scientific plausibility based on the general phytochemistry of the genus.

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