Omnia SanaHerbal Remedies by Symptom
Wounds - Medicinal Plants & Herbal Remedies
The Omnia Sana plant database documents 81 medicinal plants traditionally used for wounds. Each is rated by strength of evidence and linked to its full monograph and cited scientific sources.
Also known as: cuts, minor wounds, sores.
Vulnerary (minor skin inflammation and small superficial wounds, topical)
inferred from astringent/antimicrobial action and traditional wound-wash use
inferred from traditional external use on cuts and sores
Vulnerary for minor wounds and insect bites (topical)
Isoflavonoid wound-healing agents from restharrow root.
Bellflower extract promoted fibroblast wound healing in vitro (genus congener).
Astringent / styptic for minor wounds (helps stop bleeding, topical)
inferred from astringent/antimicrobial action and traditional wound-wash use
Vulnerary for minor wounds, bruises and insect bites
Styptic / haemostatic (slows bleeding from minor cuts)
inferred from astringent/styptic traditional use
Educational information compiled from the Omnia Sana plant database. Not medical advice - always consult a qualified practitioner before using medicinal plants.