Synopsis

Source of validity: Traditional
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Western Mugwort (Artemisia ludoviciana) has a history of traditional use among various Indigenous peoples of North America for dermatological issues, including itching and skin irritations. Ethnobotanical records indicate that poultices and washes made from the leaves were applied to the skin to relieve itching from insect bites, rashes, and minor wounds. The rationale for its use lies in the plant's aromatic and potentially anti-inflammatory properties, which Indigenous healers believed to soothe the skin. However, scientific studies specifically examining the efficacy of Western Mugwort for itching are lacking. Most available evidence comes from ethnobotanical surveys and anecdotal reports rather than controlled clinical trials. Some related Artemisia species (such as Artemisia vulgaris) contain compounds like flavonoids and sesquiterpene lactones, which have demonstrated anti-inflammatory and antipruritic (anti-itch) effects in laboratory studies, but direct evidence for Artemisia ludoviciana is minimal. Thus, while there is a clear traditional basis for its use, scientific validation remains limited.

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