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Willow Bark

July 2, 2026 · Omnia Sana
Salix alba
Family: Salicaceae  ·  Parts used: Bark  ·  Also known as: White willow, European willow

Key actions

Analgesic (pain relief)Anti-inflammatoryAntipyretic (reduces fever)

Traditional & clinical uses, by strength of evidence

  • Back painStrong
  • Pain (general)Strong
  • Inflammation (general)Good
  • Skin irritationGood
  • Arthritis / joint painGood
  • FeverTraditional
  • HeadacheTraditional

Selected studies & references

ReviewRisk assessment of white willow (Salix alba) in food (2018)
ReviewEfficacy and Safety of White Willow Bark (Salix alba) Extracts (2015)
ReviewHerbal medicine for low-back pain (Cochrane review update) (2014)
ReviewA systematic review on the effectiveness of willow bark for musculoskeletal pain (2009)
ReviewHerbal medicine for low back pain (Cochrane review) (2006)
RctTreatment of low back pain exacerbations with willow bark extract: a randomized double-blind study (2000)
PreclinicalEffects of oral white willow bark (Salix alba) and intravenous flunixin meglumine on prostaglandin E2 in healthy dairy calves (2021)
PreclinicalSalix alba (white willow) medicinal plant presents genotoxic effects in human cultured leukocytes (2020)

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.

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