Shepherd's Purse
Capsella bursa-pastoris
A traditional 'stop-bleeding' herb used for heavy menstrual and postpartum bleeding.
Traditional use (european-folk): A traditional 'stop-bleeding' herb used for heavy menstrual and postpartum bleeding.
A traditional 'stop-bleeding' herb used for heavy menstrual and postpartum bleeding.
Active constituents are under study; evidence ranges from traditional use to preliminary human trials.
- A traditional 'stop-bleeding' herb used for heavy menstrual and postpartum bleeding.
Evidence strength: traditional use.
- See the evidence level above
- Can affect blood pressure, heart rhythm, and clotting; not for pregnancy.
- Pregnancy
- On heart/BP or blood-thinner medication
Can affect blood pressure, heart rhythm, and clotting; not for pregnancy.
May interact with prescription medications — review with a clinician if you take any.
Use caution in pregnancy, breastfeeding, for children, and with chronic disease unless cleared by a clinician.
Choose reputable, tested suppliers; correct identification is essential for wild-harvested plants.