Herbal Remedies by Symptom

Fever — Medicinal Plants & Herbal Remedies

The Omnia Sana plant database documents 9 medicinal plants traditionally used for fever. Each is rated by strength of evidence and linked to its full monograph and cited scientific sources.

Also known as: feverishness, pyrexia.

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AndrographisAndrographis paniculata

Traditional use

Antipyretic (fever)

Full monograph →2 sources →

AngelicaAngelica archangelica

Traditional use

inferred from diaphoretic action

Full monograph →1 source →

ButterburPetasites hybridus

Traditional use

Relief of allergic rhinitis / hay fever (antihistaminic and leukotriene-inhibiting; systematic review found it superior to placebo and comparable to non-sedating antihistamines for intermittent allergic rhinitis)

Full monograph →2 sources →

EyebrightEuphrasia officinalis

Traditional use

Eases eye strain and watery, itchy eyes from allergy (hay fever / allergic conjunctivitis)

Full monograph →1 source →

FeverfewTanacetum parthenium

Traditional use

Traditional use for fever and for joint pain / arthritis

Full monograph →2 sources →

LindenTilia cordata

Traditional use

Diaphoretic infusion for feverish colds and flu (promotes sweating to support a fever)

Full monograph →1 source →

Pleurisy RootAsclepias tuberosa

Traditional use

inferred from diaphoretic action

Full monograph →2 sources →

Willow BarkSalix alba

Traditional use

Antipyretic (reduces fever)

Full monograph →1 source →

YarrowAchillea millefolium

Traditional use

Diaphoretic (supports the body during colds and fevers)

Full monograph →2 sources →

Educational information compiled from the Omnia Sana plant database. Not medical advice — always consult a qualified practitioner before using medicinal plants.