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Calendula, or "Pot Marigold", is an incredibly healing plant with many versatile uses and benefits. It is easy and fun to grow, bringing a delightful and cheerful presence to you and your garden. The beautiful, bright and vibrant flowers radiate with the sun's energy and attract many bees and butterflies. They also have a very long bloom cycle providing yellow and orange hues starting in spring and potentially lasting through early autumn, making this "Pot Marigold" a favorite plant and medicine to grow among many gardeners. It is a beneficial plant for every household including families, medicine makers, herbalists, those who are interested in making their own body and skin care products, those who like to do arts and crafts, make their own gifts, those who need some gentle healing and/or a little more uplifting cheer in their lives.
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| Different varieties of Calendula ~ See photo gallery at the end of the article for more pictures. |
Benefits of Calendula
- Antiseptic for topical first aid use
- Antimicrobial (Anti-bacterial, Anti-viral, Anti-fungal)
- Emollient to moisturize and sooth the skin
- Demulcent to heal, sooth and protect internal tissues and organs
- Encourages and speeds cellular regeneration
- Protects the skin against sun radiation and radiation from cancer treatment
- Anti-inflammatory
- Heart and vascular system tonic
- Hepatic tonic and protects liver
- Immune stimulant and immune modulator
- Lymphatic
- Nourishing and high in vitamins A (beta-carotene) and C, minerals and flavonoids
- Bitter and cholagogue to support digestion, liver and gall bladder
- Respiratory tonic
- Emmenagogue to stimulate menstrual cycles
- Antispasmodic
Calendula is most well-known for its gentle yet very
effective topical first aid uses and all-purpose healing. It cools and reduces
red, irritated and inflamed skin while enhancing the healing of abrasions,
wounds, cuts, scrapes, rashes, bug bites/stings, poison oak/ivy, boils, burns, eczema,
psoriasis, dermatitis, measles, chicken pox, skin fungal conditions, bacterial infections, etc. It is commonly used in
healing oils, salves and balms and in bath and beauty care products such as
lotions, soaps, body butters and scrubs to moisturize, soften and sooth the
skin. Its gentle nature makes it a wonderful remedy for anyone including those with sensitive skin, infants and pets.
Calendula’s topical antiseptic and antibiotic-like properties cleanse and
disinfect wounds and is especially beneficial to prevent and speed the healing of bacterial and fungal infections. It is definitely one of my first go to plants for any
healing and is included in all of my body and skin care recipes. Calendula
can also be applied on the skin to help reduce or prevent spider and
vascular veins.
There are many studies which have shown the benefits Calendula has on healing wounds and burns. A study from 2009 compared wound
healing in rats treated both topically and internally with a Calendula flower
extract. The rats receiving the Calendula healed significantly faster. Eight
days after the injury, the wounds of those treated with Calendula had closed by
90%, compared to 51.1% in the control group. An increase in dosage also
corresponded to an increase or speed in healing time. [1]
Calendula’s antibacterial and overall gentle healing
properties makes it a great remedy for healing and soothing inflamed eyes and
for speeding the healing of conjunctivitis or pink eye. I like to use it in
conjunction with other herbs like eye bright, red raspberry leaf and/or
chamomile. Make a tea and strain through a coffee filter to use as an eye wash or add herbs into a tea or muslin bag and soak in warm-hot water for 2-3
minutes and use as a compress on the eyes.
The anti-viral, immune stimulating and soothing properties
have made Calendula one of the remedies to help ease and reduce the symptoms of
measles, chicken pox and small pox throughout history. [2]
Use internally as a tea and any preferred topical preparation to reduce the
itchy, red and irritated skin. I like to use it along with lemon balm for its
additional anti-viral and nervous system support.
The anti-fungal property of Calendula is a great remedy
against athlete’s foot, thrush and candida. Use internally and/or topically and
if desired combine with other anti-fungal herbs such as oregano, thyme,
rosemary, garlic, pau ‘d arco, etc.
Internally, Calendula has the same healing effects, soothing
any dry, irritated or damaged tissues while healing all our organ systems. I
personally use it for its overall nutritional support, sore throats, colds and flu, congested lymph glands, to
heal and protect the heart, lungs, liver and digestive system, to speed the recovery of injuries and surgery, etc.
The protective, soothing and anti-inflammatory nature of Calendula helps to ease many digestive conditions including an upset stomach, acid reflex, cramps, constipation, IBS, colitis and hemorrhoids. It can help heal and recover damage to the lining of the digestive tract from ulcers, food allergies, leaky gut, soft drinks, prescription and over the counter medications, etc. The soothing nature of Calendula eases urinary tract inflammation, UTI’s and aids in the passing of kidney and gall bladder stones.
The protective, soothing and anti-inflammatory nature of Calendula helps to ease many digestive conditions including an upset stomach, acid reflex, cramps, constipation, IBS, colitis and hemorrhoids. It can help heal and recover damage to the lining of the digestive tract from ulcers, food allergies, leaky gut, soft drinks, prescription and over the counter medications, etc. The soothing nature of Calendula eases urinary tract inflammation, UTI’s and aids in the passing of kidney and gall bladder stones.
The anti-microbial, anti-spasmodic, immune stimulating and
overall healing properties of Calendula make it a wonderful all-purpose remedy
to help with various infections throughout the respiratory system including
general coughs and colds, whooping cough or pertussis, bronchitis, asthma, and just
about any other inflammatory condition of the lungs. It can even help protect
and repair the respiratory tract against smoke damage. I like to use it in
combination with marshmallow root, mullein, thyme and/or pleurisy root for
anything in the lungs and yerba santa, thyme, sage and/or nettle for the sinuses sinuses.
Gargling Calendula tea or an extract (tincture or vinegar infusion) diluted in a small amount of water is known to help with a sore throat and tonsillitis. I like to use it along with the astringent properties of rose tea or hydrosol as an antiseptic gargle to support gum health and inflammation but it also works well by itself. You can also use it by itself or with other anti-fungal herbs for thrush, a fungal infection in the mouth.
Gargling Calendula tea or an extract (tincture or vinegar infusion) diluted in a small amount of water is known to help with a sore throat and tonsillitis. I like to use it along with the astringent properties of rose tea or hydrosol as an antiseptic gargle to support gum health and inflammation but it also works well by itself. You can also use it by itself or with other anti-fungal herbs for thrush, a fungal infection in the mouth.
Calendula is an immune stimulant and modulator, bringing
balance to the immune response. It is a great remedy for the lymphatic system
reducing swollen, congested and stagnant lymph glands. Medical researchers in Russia have
been doing research and studies on the benefits Calendula has for HIV and cancer
as well as protecting the cells against radiation and chemotherapy. [3]
In 2006, a study examined the use of a laser-activated Calendula extract on cell lines derived from a wide variety of human and mice
tumors and on mice with melanoma cells. The extract proved effective at inhibiting
tumor growth while causing the death of tumor cells without damaging other
cells and significantly prolonging the lives of the mice. [4]
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| Calendula, "Comforter of the Heart" |
Surprisingly, Calendula’s heart healing benefits are somewhat
underrated. It can be used along with hawthorn berry to reduce inflammation
throughout the vascular system and in the heart. It can regenerate and heal
damaged heart tissue, increase blood flow to the heart and help reduce
arrhythmia. Nicholas Culpeper, a botanist from the 17th century
called Calendula a “comforter of the heart” and claimed it as a remedy
to raise the spirits. Modern studies are now showing Calendula does have a
positive healing benefit for overall heart health.
Contraindications:
Calendula is a safe and gentle
plant overall but since it is an emmenagogue it should be avoided internally in
early pregnancy. It can be used with caution and in small amounts throughout
the 2nd and 3rd trimesters if not prone to miscarriage. Topical use is fine all throughout pregnancy.
Those with allergies to plants in the Asteraceae family should also avoid or
use it with caution.
Energetic Uses and
Benefits
If you think about the stimulating and de-congesting actions Calendula has on
the lymphatic system, you can also associate the same effects on us
energetically. It can help those who feel bogged down, stagnant or stuck. It
helps you break from your routine and get you moving in the direction you
desire for yourself.
Calendula has a strong affinity for helping you to find your
words or ways of communicating from a place of compassion and warmth. It can
help those find the courage to say what they need to say to others and release
the thoughts, feeling and emotions they are holding onto through verbal speech.
It can be very beneficial for individuals who tend to have an argumentative
nature when they talk and who use sharp or forceful language. “Calendula gives
great forces of warmth and benign compassion to the human soul, especially
helping to balance the active and receptive modes of communication.” [5]
Calendula can help us with communication in all aspects of
our lives whether it is in personal relationships, professional correspondence,
those who are public speakers, teachers, counselors, therapists, etc. It helps us to communicate in a way to limit
misinterpretation and come from a place of compassion and understanding while helping
us to be more receptive when receiving information from others. Just like the
physical nature of the flowers, Calendula brings light and healing to our
relationships through our communication.
You can receive these energetic benefits of Calendula just
by using the plant as you would in tea, baths or extract infusions but it is
especially beneficial to grow the plant and feel its live energy and presence
in your yard and garden. If you are not able to grow the plant you can work
with a flower essence and add 1-2 drops to your water and drink throughout the
day. Or add 2-3 drops per ounce of water in a spray bottle and mist on yourself
or in your environment as needed. You can also add a drop directly on the skin
especially on a meridian or chakra point. I like to apply flower essences on
the inner wrist points, the heart chakra or sternum, on either side of the
throat above the lymph glands or on the soles of the feet.
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| An uplifting field of Calendula |
Culinary Use of
Calendula
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Calendula has a long culinary history throughout the
Mediterranean regions, Europe, Russia
and India.
The fresh leaves can be used like any green in salads, soups, wraps, sandwiches or in general
cooking. The fresh flowers add color, nutrition, and flavor to salads and make
beautiful decoration for baked goods. I use both the greens and the flowers to make Calendula Infused Apple Cider Vinegar (see recipe below) so I can receive Calendula's healing benefits and nutrition in my food, marinades, salad dressings, homemade ACV drinks and whenever I take Apple Cider Vinegar by the spoonful. The dried flowers have been used as an affordable
substitute for saffron in Indian cuisine.
(Note: In case any of you are curious, the picture here is one of my favorite dishes. I switch up the veggies for variety and use whatever seasonal greens are available. This wholesome, delicious and nourishing meal contained chard, baby Calendula greens/shoots, shiitake mushrooms,
cauliflower, squash, green onions, golden peas shoots and pine nuts sautéed in
avocado oil and my homemade Tulsi Basil and Garlic Vinaigrette Dressing.
Garnished with Calendula flowers and hemp seeds.)
Growing,
Harvesting and Drying Calendula
Calendula is native to the Mediterranean region but has been
grown throughout most of the world. Europeans have used the beautiful flowers
in their gardens since the 1100’s, actively using it through the centuries for
food and medicine. [6]
The annual flowers contain various hues of yellow and orange
depending on the variety. (See photo gallery below for more pictures). Each
flower produces many seeds which are easy to harvest and plant for the
following year or leave so the plant can self-seed.
Calendula is very easy to grow and is drought tolerant.
Plant it in full sun, or partial shade. It is very versatile and does well in
the ground or containers. It prefers moist and well-drained soil and can grow
in most mediums ranging from light to heavy, nutritionally poor to well
fertilized or very alkaline to acidic soils. There is no need to fertilize the
plant but I like to occasionally water mine with nourishing herbal teas. It
grows up to 2 feet tall and up to 1.5 feet wide, and generally flowers anywhere between April through November depending on the weather and its care. Calendula is bee-pollinated and the bright flowers
attract various insects.
I typically harvest the young green plants/seedlings in early spring when I am thinning the plants and use them as an edible green. As the plant matures and starts to flower I will harvest some young and tender leaves here and there as I harvest the flowers but tend to leave the older and more mature leaves.
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| Young Calendula Plants |
You can harvest just the flowers or up to the top 1/3 of the
branches and use the leaves and softer parts of the stems. The best time to
harvest the flowers is mid-day on a sunny day when the resign content is highest. The flowers open with the sun and will close as the sun sets and on overcast days. The flowers make great bouquets, bringing bright and vibrant orange and yellow hues to flower arrangements. They also make great floral wreaths and necklaces.
If you continue harvesting the flowers before the plant goes to seed, you can prolong the flower season for months. I have had some plants flower for as long as 6 months while I graze and pick the flowers daily, using them fresh as needed or drying them to use when they are not in season.
The more you harvest the
flowers the more they will produce until late fall when we start to transition into cooler weather and less sun. If you prune the plants throughout the season it will clean up the plants and help prolong their flowering cycle. I start my first round of pruning after about 4-6 weeks of harvesting. Then I do it every 2-3 weeks or as needed during the peak blooming months. When you prune, you want to trim back the bare stems from flowers you have harvested or dead flower heads, cutting right above the node of other stems with buds or blooming flowers. I also tend to do a full flower harvest at the same time to clear out all the open blooms and in 1-2 days there is usually another round of beautiful happy flowers. Towards the end of the season I leave the last round of flowers to go to
seed.
If you continue harvesting the flowers before the plant goes to seed, you can prolong the flower season for months. I have had some plants flower for as long as 6 months while I graze and pick the flowers daily, using them fresh as needed or drying them to use when they are not in season.
The more you harvest the
flowers the more they will produce until late fall when we start to transition into cooler weather and less sun. If you prune the plants throughout the season it will clean up the plants and help prolong their flowering cycle. I start my first round of pruning after about 4-6 weeks of harvesting. Then I do it every 2-3 weeks or as needed during the peak blooming months. When you prune, you want to trim back the bare stems from flowers you have harvested or dead flower heads, cutting right above the node of other stems with buds or blooming flowers. I also tend to do a full flower harvest at the same time to clear out all the open blooms and in 1-2 days there is usually another round of beautiful happy flowers. Towards the end of the season I leave the last round of flowers to go to
seed.
Spread the flowers out in a light and flat layer in a
basket, drying screen, on a paper bag, paper towels or in a dehydrator. Rotate daily until fully
dried. Be sure the flowers are completely dried before storing as they can
sometimes sweat and re-moisten again, reducing their shelf life. The dried flowers also make great floral decoration for craft projects and are a beautiful contrast in potpourri blends.
To harvest the seeds, break off the seed heads and break apart on a paper plate, paper towel or paper bag releasing their many seeds. Let them dry out for a few days and store for next year's planting. The seeds are easy to plant with a high germination rate. You can even sprinkle the seeds on the ground or in containers to grow. Or leave the seeds on the plants and let nature do all the work.
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| Calendula drying in a basket |
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| Calendula flower, seed head & seeds |
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| Calendula drying in a dehydrator |
To harvest the seeds, break off the seed heads and break apart on a paper plate, paper towel or paper bag releasing their many seeds. Let them dry out for a few days and store for next year's planting. The seeds are easy to plant with a high germination rate. You can even sprinkle the seeds on the ground or in containers to grow. Or leave the seeds on the plants and let nature do all the work.
Folk Lore, Facts
and Quotes
The first written record of Calendula’s medicinal benefits
can be traced to ancient Greece
where the physician Diascorides mentioned using Calendula for gallstones and
the liver. [3]
The genus name Calendula comes from the Latin kalendae
(Middle English calends) for “first day of the month” and is thought
to refer to the fact that the plant can be found blooming at the beginning of
most months of the year or at the new moon. Calendula has many
common names including the following: poet’s marigold for the many poems
written about it; pot marigold, which may refer to its ease of cultivation in
pots; Mary’s gold for its resemblance to the rays of light that radiate from
the Virgin Mother’s head; and just plain marigold. [7]
Historically, Calendula was known as “poor man’s saffron” as
it was used to color and flavor foods, specifically butter, cheese, custard,
bread, cookies, salads, soups and rice dishes. [7]
Calendula petals have historically been used as a dye for fabric
and hair. [7]
The Calendula flowers open and close with the sun and the
sun pulls the resigns from the plant up to the flowers making them very sticky.
[8]
“It is an herb of the
Sun, and under Leo” ~ Culpeper [2]
“Calendula strengthens
the heart exceedingly” ~ Culpeper
“It hath pleasant,
bright and shining yellow flowers, the which do close at the setting downe of
the sunne, and do spread and open againe at the sunne rising” ~ A Niewe Herball [9]
“Calendula Song”
(written by Michael Tierra from Lesley Tierra’s A Kid’s Herb
Book)
“Calendula, Calendula,
you’re joy without a care.
You’re sunlight in the
garden, happiness everywhere.
So when I bruise or
scrap a chin or burn a finger, OW!
I’ll mix you with some
olive oil and run it on so well.”[8]
***I would love to hear your thoughts. Please share your favorite recipes and uses for Calendula in the comments below. Do you have any personal success stories using Calendula for healing or recovery from injuries?
Calendula Recipes:
Calendula Tea
1-2 tbsp per 8 ounces of water
Bring water to a boil and remove from heat. Pour over the
flowers and steep covered for 20 minutes or more. The longer you let it steep
the stronger the infusion. The flavor will also become more bitter so sweeten
your tea with honey or use other flavoring herbs if desired. The tea yields a
beautiful golden color. Since the flowers are so light and fluffy I tend to use
heaping tablespoons when measuring or I use a large handful when I make a quart
of tea at a time.
Drinking Calendula tea will help heal and nourish all
internal tissues and organ systems. I have had many personal success stories
using Calendula tea but my favorite is from one of my relatives. They were in a really
bad car accident where their seat belt cut open their entire digestive tract. She
barley survived and the doctors did not think she was going to be able to live
very long after the accident since there was so much damage and she was not able to eat solid food for over 6 months after the accident. She drank 3-4 cups of Calendula tea
every day and her doctors were amazed by her speed of healing.
Add a strong tea infusion to your baths to nourish, soften
and brighten your skin. If you enjoy soaking with the flowers, add them
directly into your bath. Bathing in Calendula tea is very beneficial for sun
burns, burns, skin conditions such as eczema, psoriasis, measles, chicken pox,
poison oak/ivy, bug bites/stings, skin dermatitis, hives, rashes, etc.
Calendula tea can also be used as a hair rinse to strengthen
and enhance the shine of your hair and can even be used as a temporary hair dye
for those with light colored hair.
Calendula Sun Infused
Oil
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| Calendula infusing in jojoba oil |
Calendula Infused
Oil
For a quicker more immediate oil infusion you can gently
warm the flowers and oil in a crock pot or in a double boiler. This is the
method I like to use when making Calendula coconut oil infusion since coconut
oil solidifies at room temperature but any topical oil can be used. Make sure
there is enough oil to fully saturate your flowers so they are free flowing and
use the lowest heat setting. It is important to make sure you do not over heat
the oil and cook your herbs. I usually try and maintain a temperature of
100-120 degrees Fahrenheit or until the oil feels nice and warm to the touch.
Gently infuse for anywhere between 2-4 hours or until the oil infuses the scent
and color from the flowers. Turn off the heat and allow the oil to cool before
straining through a fine mesh stainless steel strainer, cheese cloth or muslin.
Add vitamin E oil if desired and bottle for storage. If stored correctly oils
should last about 1-2 years.
Calendula Healing Salve
3.5 oz of Calendula infused oil
.5 oz of beeswax (more or less
depending on your preferred consistency)
8-12 drops of your favorite healing
essential oil(s) such as lavender or tea tree (optional)
1 ml of vitamin E oil (optional)
Glass Jar(s) or tin(s)
Yields 4 oz
Use this salve for any general first aid use with the exception of a recent burn.
Calendula Body
Butter/Cream
Oil measurements are by volume:
3 oz Calendula infused oil
1 oz Rosehip seed oil
1 tsp Vitamin E oil
Solid measurements are by weight:
3 oz Shea Butter
2 oz Mango Butter
½ oz Beeswax
Water based ingredients are by volume:
1/4 cup of Rose Hydrosol
1/4 cup Aloe Vera Gel
20-25 drops of your favorite essential oil or blend
(optional)
Begin by melting the butters, coconut oil and beeswax in a
double boiler. Once everything is melted, slowly pour in the Calendula, Rosehip
seed and vitamin E oils. Stir well until everything is combined and melted. Remove
the mixture from the heat, set aside and let it cool to room temperature or
until it is the same temperature as the water based ingredients. Mix together
your hydrosol, aloe vera and essential oils in a separate container and set
aside.
Once the butters have cooled to room temperature, put them
into a blender or food processor. Start to mix on a lower setting, gradually
increasing the speed as you add the water based mixture. Slowly and
consistently drizzle in the water based ingredients into the blender/food
processor until it emulsifies into a cream. Pour into your containers for
storage. Depending on the temperature, your cream may still be a little light
but it will continue to thicken as it cools.
This thick and creamy homemade body butter will leave your
skin feeling soft and silky. Use as needed for deep moisturizing benefits. I
find it beneficial to apply right after a shower or bath when the skin is still
slightly moist as it more easily absorbs into the skin. It is also great to use
on dry and cracked hands, feet, elbows, etc. This recipe makes about 14 oz of
body butter/cream.
Calendula Body
Scrub
Take a 4 ounce jar and fill about 2/3 of the way with salt
or sugar. Add 2 tbsp of coarsely ground Calendula flowers and mix well. Add 1
tbsp of Rosehip seed oil, ½ tsp of vitamin E oil, 8-12 drops of your favorite
essential oil or blend (optional) and fill the remaining jar with Calendula
infused oil. Stir to mix all ingredients well. Some people like their scrubs to
have a softer consistency in which case use less salt/sugar and add more Calendula infused oil. Store in a cool and dry place and use within 2 years.
Use as a scrub on the rougher areas of the body and rinse
off. It is great to use during and after saunas to exfoliate the skin especially
when using invigorating essential oils like eucalyptus, rosemary, pine, etc.
Calendula Extract
Fill a mason jar ¾ of the way full of fresh or dried Calendula blossoms. Pour in your alcohol of choice (I usually use organic vodka
or rum) until the alcohol is 1 inch below the top of the jar and all flowers
are completely saturated and free flowing. Stir well to release all air bubbles
and cover tightly. Shake daily and store in a cool, dry and dark place for 4-6
weeks. Strain and store in a colored glass bottle.
Use 1-3 mils up to 4 times daily for overall healing
benefits. You can also use it topically on the skin for healing but avoid using
if alcohol will irritate the skin or condition. In which case use another
topical Calendula infusion instead.
Calendula Liniment
(Vinegar or Witch Hazel)
Fill a mason jar ¾ of the way full of fresh or dried Calendula blossoms. Pour in your liquid of choice. Apple cider vinegar, white
distilled vinegar or witch hazel extract are good choices. Make sure liquid is
1 inch below the top of the jar and all flowers are completely saturated and
free flowing. Stir well to release all air bubbles and cover tightly. Shake
daily and store in a cool, dry and dark place for 2-4 weeks. Strain and store
in a colored glass bottle.
You can use this as a topical anti-septic and for general
healing. Apply directly onto the skin or dilute it using 25-50% of the Calendula extract with distilled or
filtered water for sensitive skin or conditions. I also like to add the
liniment into a spray bottle for easy application. Spray as needed.
If you choose apple cider vinegar to infuse your Calendula
blossoms keep in mind you can use it internally and culinary. Take a 1 tsp - 1 tbsp, 1-3
times daily or use in your cooking as you would apple cider vinegar. I
especially love to use it in my marinades or salad dressings.
Calendula Soap
Check out some of my favorite recipes for making your own Calendula soap:
(this recipe uses glycerin, is lye free and gives you a few different
exfoliating options)
(this recipe does not use palm oil)
Keep in mind you can infuse most of the oils (olive,
coconut, almond and sunflower) with Calendula first for enhanced softening and
nourishing benefits.
Please use sustainable sources of palm oil as many sources
contribute to harming the natural rain forests.
Avoid using fragrances which are chemically derived and only
use organic essential oils.
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| Calendula Bouquet |
***I would love to hear your thoughts. Please share your favorite recipes and uses for Calendula in the comments below. Do you have any personal success stories using Calendula for healing or recovery from injuries?
References:
1) National
Center for Biotechnology Information
2) Complete
Herbal
3) A
Russian Herbal: Traditional Remedies for Health and Healing; page 46
Igor Vilevich Zevin, Nathaniel
Altman, Lilia Vasilevna Zevin; Copyright 1997
4) Bio
Med Central
5) Flower
Essence Repertory by the Flower Essence Society; page 181
By Patricia Kaminski and
Richard Katz; Second Edition; Copyright 2004
6) Whole
Health MD http://www.wholehealthmd.com/ME2/dirmod.asp?nm=Reference+Library&type=AWHN_Supplements&mod=Supplements&tier=2&id=5AF3D752DB594927971A0A5D4D210721
8) A
Kid’s Herb Book for Children of all Ages; Page 147, 154
By Lesley Tierra; Copyright 2000
9) Ilona’s
Garden – “Calendula officinalis”
http://www.ilonasgarden.com/2013/02/calendula-officinalis/
http://www.ilonasgarden.com/2013/02/calendula-officinalis/
By: Candice Brunlinger, Herbalist
This article was featured in Humboldt Herbals' monthly newsletter for May 2015.
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About the Author:
Candice Brunlinger has
been studying and practicing herbal healing since 2004. Her interests include
incorporating plant medicine as a way of living, making herbal remedies,
cooking, growing herbs, gardening, teaching, writing and being a mom. She
teaches for the Northwest School of Botanical Studies & Humboldt Herbals,
Volunteers as a farm Herbalist, has a small clinical practice and an herbal
product line, Herbal Infusions.
You can visit her Nourishing
Herbs blog or become a member of her facebook group Herbal Living.
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| My family at our local orchid farm, "Orchids for the People" (Photo by Villiados Photography) |
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