Herbal Remedies by Symptom

Sore throat - Medicinal Plants & Herbal Remedies

The Omnia Sana plant database documents 18 medicinal plants traditionally used for sore throat. Each is rated by strength of evidence and linked to its full monograph and cited scientific sources.

Also known as: pharyngitis, tonsillitis, tonsillopharyngitis.

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Peach-leaved bellflowerCampanula persicifolia
Good evidence

inferred from traditional gargle use for throat/mouth inflammation

PelargoniumPelargonium sidoides
Good evidence

Sore throat / acute tonsillopharyngitis

GoldensealHydrastis canadensis
Moderate evidence

Anti-inflammatory and astringent for inflamed mucous membranes (sore-throat gargle, mouth); Antimicrobial (berberine) - supports skin, mucosal and gastrointestinal infections and sore throat

AgrimonyAgrimonia eupatoria
Preliminary evidence

Anti-inflammatory gargle (mild inflammation of the mouth and throat / sore throat)

BistortBistorta officinalis
Preliminary evidence

Anti-inflammatory gargle / mouthwash for inflammation of the mouth and throat (sore throat)

Blackberry LeafRubus fruticosus
Preliminary evidence

Anti-inflammatory gargle / mouthwash for sore throat and oral mucosa inflammation

TormentilPotentilla erecta
Preliminary evidence

Anti-inflammatory gargle / mouthwash for sore throat and inflammation of the mouth and throat

Water avensGeum rivale
Preliminary evidence

inferred from astringent/antimicrobial gargle use

Corn SilkZea mays
Preliminary evidence

inferred from demulcent action

Dense-flowered MulleinVerbascum densiflorum
Preliminary evidence

Demulcent and mild expectorant for cough and cold with sore throat and dry, irritating cough

Greater PlantainPlantago major
Preliminary evidence

inferred from demulcent action

Ribwort PlantainPlantago lanceolata
Preliminary evidence

Anti-inflammatory for temporary mild inflammation of the mouth and throat (sore throat); in vitro the extract inhibits nitric oxide production and inducible NOS in macrophages, supporting its traditional respiratory anti-inflammatory use

SageSalvia officinalis
Preliminary evidence

Gargle/rinse for sore throat and inflammation of the mouth and throat

Wild Cherry BarkPrunus serotina
Preliminary evidence

Soothes sore throat and respiratory irritation (traditional)

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