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Source of validity: Traditional
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Aletris, commonly referred to as Aletris farinosa or "unicorn root," is a plant native to North America that has been traditionally used in herbal medicine, particularly within Native American and early Western herbal traditions. One of its historical uses has been as a "uterine tonic" and for the prevention of miscarriage, often grouped with other so-called "female tonics." These applications are rooted in folkloric and eclectic medical practices of the 19th and early 20th centuries. Herbalists of those eras claimed Aletris could help with recurrent miscarriage, menstrual irregularities, and general uterine weakness; these claims were largely based on anecdotal evidence and traditional beliefs rather than scientific validation.

Despite its historical use, there is no modern scientific evidence—such as randomized controlled trials or pharmacological studies—to support the efficacy or safety of Aletris in preventing miscarriage. Its inclusion in herbal formulas for female reproductive issues persists in some circles, but this is based purely on tradition. Leading medical and herbal reference texts note the lack of empirical data. Therefore, while Aletris has a traditional association with miscarriage prevention, the evidence supporting its use is weak and not scientifically substantiated.

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