The palatopharyngeus is a muscle of the pharynx. It is also considered to be a muscle of the soft palate. Attachments: Originates from the hard palate of the oral cavity and inserts onto the pharyngeal wall. Actions: Elevates the pharynx during swallowing Innervation: Vagus nerve (CN X). Blood supply: Ascending pharyngeal artery (a branch of the external carotid artery) and tonsillar branch of the facial artery. By TeachMeSeries Ltd (2025) Fig 3Posterior view of the pharynx. The pharynx has been split down the midline and opened, to show the longitudinal muscles. Pro Feature - 3D Model You've Discovered a Pro Feature Access our 3D Model Library Explore, cut, dissect, annotate and manipulate our 3D models to visualise anatomy in a dynamic, interactive way. Learn More Print Article Rate This Article