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Carlina acaulis

Carlina acaulis

Carlina acaulis is a perennial herb belonging to the Asteraceae family, primarily utilized within European folk medicine traditions. Historically, this plant has been applied as a cholagogue to stimulate bile flow, a diaphoretic to induce sweating, and was even traditionally used in contexts related to the plague. Scientific evidence regarding its therapeutic efficacy remains limited at this time. There are no major safety issues recorded for this species, and no notable drug interactions have been documented in current literature. This information is provided for educational purposes only.

At a glance
Traditionally for
the plague · cholagogue
Traditions
Western phytotherapy · traditional
Cautions
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Informational only. Traditional use does not mean proven effectiveness. Evidence and safety vary — check the cited sources.

Traditional use

  • the plague Western phytotherapy T3 WIKIPEDIA
  • cholagogue Western phytotherapy T3 DRDUKE
  • diaphoretic traditional T3 DRDUKE

Frequently asked questions

What is Carlina acaulis?

Carlina acaulis (Carlina acaulis) is a plant documented in FolkKB's traditional-medicine reference, drawn from sourced literature and cross-checked against the evidence.

What is Carlina acaulis traditionally used for?

Traditional sources record Carlina acaulis for: the plague, cholagogue, diaphoretic. This reflects traditional use, not a proven medical treatment.

Which traditions use Carlina acaulis?

Carlina acaulis appears in these traditions in our sources: Western phytotherapy, traditional.

Is Carlina acaulis safe? What are the side effects?

No major safety issues are recorded for Carlina acaulis in our sources, but the data may be incomplete. Consult a qualified professional before use.

Does Carlina acaulis interact with medications?

No drug interactions are recorded for Carlina acaulis in our sources. This does not rule them out — check with a pharmacist.

What are the common names of Carlina acaulis?

Carlina acaulis is also known as: Колючник бесстебельный, Carline acaule.

Is Carlina acaulis a proven treatment?

No. FolkKB is informational only. Traditional use and early findings are not proof of efficacy or safety — consult a qualified professional and never self-treat.

Sources

  1. T3 Dr. Duke's Ethnobotanical Database public domain (USDA ARS — attribute Dr. Duke's)
  2. T3 Carlina acaulis CC BY-SA 4.0