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Poplar (unspecified species, but often referring to Populus species such as black poplar or balsam poplar) has a history of traditional use in herbal medicine, particularly in Europe and North America. In folk remedies, poplar buds or extracts have been applied topically to treat skin ailments, including rashes and hives. This traditional use is primarily based on the presence of salicylates and other phenolic compounds in poplar buds and bark, which are thought to have mild anti-inflammatory and soothing effects. Poplar extracts were sometimes incorporated into ointments or balms for their purported ability to calm irritated skin.

However, there is very limited scientific evidence to support the efficacy of poplar preparations for treating rashes or hives specifically. Most of the available data are anecdotal or drawn from ethnobotanical sources rather than clinical trials. While some laboratory studies suggest that poplar extracts possess anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial properties, these findings have not been directly translated into proven clinical benefits for dermatological conditions like rashes or urticaria. Therefore, the use of poplar for these conditions remains rooted in tradition, with little modern scientific validation.

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