Calendula Dried Whole Flowers – Calendula Officinalis L.

Latin Name: Calendula Officinalis L.

Origin Country: Egypt

Calendula is a bittersweet, salty herb, that stimulates the liver, gall bladder, and uterus. It soothes the digestive system, clears infections, and is said to support the heart.

Benefits

• Calendula is beneficial in skin care, soothing inflammation, controlling bleeding and healing damaged tissue and in cases (internally and externally) where the skin is broken.
• It is most effective to help heal wounds and has shown to stimulate the development of granulation tissue. It has immune stimulant properties as well as an estrogenic effect.
• It has an anti-inflammatory as well as spasmolytic effect and is used with great effect for inflammation and small ulcers in the mouth and throat.
• Calendula is also used to improve digestion and stimulate the production of bile, healing gastric ulcers and regulating menstrual disorders.
• It is used in folk medicine to treat ulcers, colitis, hepatitis, swollen glands, menstrual problems, and pelvic inflammatory disease.

How it is used

• For infusions and salves for skin soothing and cleansing.
• Teas, oils, skincare, culinary garnishes.

Brewing Infusion Calendula Dried Flowers

• Preparing an infusion, placing 1-2 teaspoons of dried flowers in a teapot or mug.
• Cover with hot boiling water.
• Place on the lid or cover your cup with a saucer
• Allow the mixture to steep for 10 to 15 minutes or overnight.
• Then strain the tea and serve.
• Add if you prefer honey, milk or lemon wedge for flavor.

Side effects

• Its use should be avoided by pregnant or breast feeding women.
• Preparations of calendula flowers are likely safe for most people when taken by mouth or applied to the skin.
• Calendula may cause an allergic reaction in people who are sensitive to the Asteraceae/Compositae family. Members of this family include ragweed, chrysanthemums, marigolds, daisies, and many others.
• In any case you should consult with your doctor before using any herb especially if you have health problems.

Disclaimer: This information is for educational purposes only and it is not intended to diagnose, cure or prevent any disease.