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Calendula officinalis

Calendula officinalis

The English names for this herb are Calendula, English marigold, Pot marigold.

Warning: Except fot the very rare person Who is allergic to calendula and therefore should not use it.

Description

Calendula officinalis is a subshrub, 12-30 in (30.5-76.2 cm) long, 12-30 in (30.5-76.2 cm) girth. The leaves are bright green and typically about 4 in (10.2 cm) long. The lower leaves are oval with a rounded tip (spatulate) and upper leaves are lance shaped with pointed tips.

Calendula officinalis's Flower. Typically 2-3 in (5.1-7.6 cm) in diameter and held on thick sturdy stems. Calendulas are single or double flowered and come in a range of colors from cream to light yellow to electric yellow to orange. Some have dark brown centers and all are beautiful.

Pharmacological Actions

The pharmacological actions of Calendula officinalis are Anti-inflammatory, Anti-septic.

Indications

The indications of Calendula officinalis are Skin Diseases, Gastritis, Eczema, Inflammations, Conjunctivitis, Wounds , Minor Burns.

Contraindications

None recorded.

Temperament

None recorded.

Occurrence, Taste & Odor

None recorded.

Dosage

PartDoseInstructions
Tincture1.000 – 2.000 mlTincture is used three times a day.

Available Brands

None recorded.

Compound Preparations

No Compound Preparation information is available for Calendula officinalis.

Substitutes

No information regarding Calendula officinalis's substitute is currently available.

Active Constituents

No information regarding Calendula officinalis's active constituent is currently available.

Antidotes

No information regarding Calendula officinalis's antidote is currently available.

Toxicity

Currently no Toxicity information is available for Calendula officinalis. (work in progress)