Styptic — herbalism term · PlantSage glossary
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Styptic defined
— Stops bleeding.
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The definition
Plants applied to wounds to halt bleeding. Effective for capillary bleeding and small cuts. Not a substitute for medical care in major haemorrhage.
Mechanism
Tannins coagulate surface proteins and constrict capillaries; some species also activate clotting cascade.
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Example plants
Classic species in this category from the PlantSage archive.
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Related wellness goals
Common conditions where styptic plants are indicated.
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See also
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