Plantago lanceolata
Key actions
Anti-inflammatoryAntimicrobialAntiviralDemulcent (soothing mucilage)Immunomodulator / immune supportVulnerary (wound healing)
Traditional & clinical uses, by strength of evidence
- Infection (general)Traditional
- WoundsTraditional
- Arthritis / joint painTraditional
- BronchitisTraditional
- BruisingTraditional
- Cold & fluTraditional
- CoughTraditional
- Immune supportTraditional
- Inflammation (general)Traditional
- Skin irritationTraditional
- Sore throatTraditional
Selected studies & references
PreclinicalPlantago lanceolata and Plantago major Exhibit Antioxidant and Borrelia burgdorferi Inhibiting Activities (2024)
PreclinicalA new flavonoid, a new phenylethanoid glycoside and related compounds isolated from the inflorescences of Plantago lanceolata L. (2022)
PreclinicalResponse of plantain (Plantago lanceolata L.) supplementation on nutritional, endo-parasitic, and endocrine status in lambs (2021)
PreclinicalTrace elements in Plantago lanceolata L., a plant used for herbal and food preparations: new data and literature review (2019)
PreclinicalPlantago lanceolata L. water extract induces transition of fibroblasts into myofibroblasts and increases tensile strength of healing skin wounds (2015)
PreclinicalIdentification of Plantago lanceolata pollen allergens using an immunoproteomic approach (2014)
PreclinicalPlantago lanceolata: an important trigger of summer pollinosis with limited IgE cross-reactivity (2014)
All 13 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.