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Source of validity: Traditional
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Canaigre tanates (derived from Rumex hymenosepalus, also known as canaigre dock or wild rhubarb) have a long history of use in traditional medicine, particularly among Native American groups in the southwestern United States. The root is rich in tannins, compounds with notable astringent properties. Historically, poultices and decoctions made from canaigre root were applied externally to help treat wounds, sores, and ulcerations. The astringency from tannins was believed to help “dry up” wounds, reduce inflammation, and promote healing by contracting tissues and forming a protective layer over the ulcerated area.

However, scientific validation for the effectiveness of canaigre tanates specifically in treating external ulcerations is limited. While the general astringent and antimicrobial properties of tannins are well documented, there are no robust clinical studies directly evaluating canaigre root or its extracts for this application in humans. Most of the support comes from ethnobotanical records and the known physiological effects of tannins. In summary, the use of canaigre tanates for external ulcerations is primarily justified by traditional practices, with only indirect scientific rationale based on the nature of tannins and their historical use in wound care.

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