Hamamelis virginiana
Key actions
Anti-inflammatoryAntioxidantAstringentVulnerary (wound healing)
Traditional & clinical uses, by strength of evidence
- Arthritis / joint painModerate
- DiarrhoeaModerate
- Inflammation (general)Moderate
- Oral & throat healthModerate
- Skin irritationModerate
- BruisingTraditional
- HaemorrhoidsTraditional
- WoundsTraditional
Selected studies & references
PreclinicalChemical composition, skin microbiota metabolism, antimicrobial potential and anti-inflammatory properties of witch hazel bark (Hamamelis virginiana L.) (2025)
PreclinicalHamamelitannin from Hamamelis virginiana Attenuates Ethanol-Induced Oxidative and Inflammatory Responses in Danio rerio Larvae (2025)
PreclinicalHamamelis virginiana L. Leaf Extracts Inhibit the Growth of Antibiotic-Resistant Gram-Positive and Gram-Negative Bacteria (2023)
PreclinicalAnti-Inflammatory and Anti-Acne Effects of Hamamelis virginiana Bark in Human Keratinocytes (2022)
PreclinicalUnveiling the Ability of Witch Hazel (Hamamelis virginiana L.) Bark Extract to Impair Keratinocyte Inflammatory Cascade Typical of Atopic Eczema (2022)
All 16 studies in the Knowledge Finder →
Educational use only. This profile summarises traditional and scientific sources for reference. It is not medical advice and not a substitute for a qualified practitioner. Some plants carry safety cautions and drug interactions — always check before use.