Salvia officinalis
Salvia officinalis
Salvia officinalis, commonly known as sage, is a perennial herb used extensively in various traditional medicinal practices. Historically, it has been applied for a wide range of purposes, including treating sore throats, coughs, infections, and wounds, as well as for memory enhancement, digestive issues, and skin conditions. Scientific studies have suggested that its essential oil may ameliorate liver damage and oxidative stress in certain animal models, though broader clinical evidence remains limited. Research also indicates that the plant can influence the mRNA levels of drug-metabolizing enzymes. No major safety issues or notable drug interactions have been recorded in the available data.
- Traditionally for
- diuretic · hemostatic
- Traditions
- Western phytotherapy · traditional
- Best evidence
- D
- Cautions
- —
Informational only. Traditional use does not mean proven effectiveness. Evidence and safety vary — check the cited sources.
Traditional use
What the science says
- All three herbs increased mRNA levels of drug-metabolizing enzymes by 2-8 fold.
- Salvia officinalis waste showed high removal efficiencies (up to 99%) for textile dyes with biosorption capacities fitting Freundlich and Langmuir models.
- Salvia officinalis essential oil showed significant amelioration of liver damage and oxidative stress in rabbits exposed to Lambda-cyhalothrin.
- Shading with blue nets generally increased yield and improved quality of sage essential oils, particularly in the first two harvests, while unshaded plants yielded more in the third harvest.
- Salvia officinalis was among the plants documented for respiratory conditions, with uses converging partly with contemporary pharmacology.
- Sage extract showed high α-amylase inhibitory activity (79.60%) among tested plants.
- Salvia officinalis, Pistacia vera, and Eucalyptus sp. extracts showed varying levels of insecticidal activity against Phlebotomus papatasi, with S. officinalis exhibiting the highest efficacy.
- Salvia officinalis extracts were among those used to biosynthesize CuO-ZnO nanoparticles integrated into nanocomplexes showing antimicrobial and protein delivery potential.
Frequently asked questions
What is Salvia officinalis?
Salvia officinalis (Salvia officinalis) is a plant documented in FolkKB's traditional-medicine reference, drawn from sourced literature and cross-checked against the evidence.
What is Salvia officinalis traditionally used for?
Traditional sources record Salvia officinalis for: diuretic, hemostatic, memory, palsy, trembling, astringent. This reflects traditional use, not a proven medical treatment.
Which traditions use Salvia officinalis?
Salvia officinalis appears in these traditions in our sources: Western phytotherapy, traditional.
What does the scientific evidence say about Salvia officinalis?
8 sourced findings are recorded for Salvia officinalis; the strongest carries evidence grade D. For example: All three herbs increased mRNA levels of drug-metabolizing enzymes by 2-8 fold.
How strong is the evidence for Salvia officinalis?
The strongest finding for Salvia officinalis carries evidence grade D — preliminary or traditional. Grades run A (strongest) to D (preliminary or traditional).
Is Salvia officinalis safe? What are the side effects?
No major safety issues are recorded for Salvia officinalis in our sources, but the data may be incomplete. Consult a qualified professional before use.
Does Salvia officinalis interact with medications?
No drug interactions are recorded for Salvia officinalis in our sources. This does not rule them out — check with a pharmacist.
What are the common names of Salvia officinalis?
Salvia officinalis is also known as: Шалфей лекарственный, sauge officinale.
Is Salvia officinalis a proven treatment?
No. FolkKB is informational only. Traditional use and early findings are not proof of efficacy or safety — consult a qualified professional and never self-treat.
Sources
- T3 Dr. Duke's Ethnobotanical Database public domain (USDA ARS — attribute Dr. Duke's)
- T2 Sustainable waste assessment using waste biomasses in the removal of toxic textile dyes. literature abstract metadata
- T2 Insecticidal Activity of Salvia officinalis, Pistacia vera and Eucalyptus sp. Extracts Against Phlebotomus papatasi: A Potential Plant-Based Approach for Vector Control. literature abstract metadata
- T2 Exploring the Protective Potential of Salvia officinalis Essential Oil Against Lambda-Cyhalothrin-Induced Liver Injury and Oxidative Stress in Male Rabbits: Biochemical and Histopathological Assessment. literature abstract metadata
- T2 Transcript-Level Modulation of Drug-Metabolizing Enzymes by Echinacea, Salvia, and Thymus in Adult Male Rats: Implications for Herb-Drug Interactions. literature abstract metadata
- T2 Polymer-stabilized amorphous CuO-ZnO hybrid nanocomplex as a promising candidate for antimicrobial therapy and controlled drug delivery with molecular docking insights. literature abstract metadata
- T2 Ethnopharmacobotanical investigation of plants used for respiratory disorders in Transylvania, Romania. literature abstract metadata
- T2 Natural α-Amylase Inhibitors from Medicinal Herbs: In Vitro Evaluation of Extracts Prepared with Food-Compatible Solvents. literature abstract metadata
- T2 Influence of Shading on Essential Oil Quantity and Quality of Sage (Salvia officinalis L.) at Different Harvest Times. literature abstract metadata
- T3 Salvia officinalis CC BY-SA 4.0