Calendula Officinalis - Calendula Flower, Cream and Oil

Botonical Name: Calendula officinalis

Common Name: Caltha officinalis, Garden Marigold, Golds, Holigold, Marybud, Marygold, Pot Marigold

Information on Calendula

Calendula flower has been since a long long time being preferred by many cosmetologists (prevoiusly they were same as the medicine specialists) for the lasting beauty look. The petals of the calendula plant ( Calendula officinalis ) have been used for medicinal purposes for centuries apart from its beauty enhancement regime. Often referred to as pot marigold or garden marigold, calendula is native to Mediterranean countries but is now grown as an ornamental plant throughout the world. It is important to note, however, that not all household plants called marigold are members of the calendula family.

Various actions of Calendula

Calendula is vastly used as in the following actions:

• Antibacterial - agent that destroys bacteria
• Antiseptic - agent for inhibiting the growth of microorganism on living tissue or destroying pathogenic or putrefactive bacteria
• Antispasmodic - agent that relieves or checks spasms or cramps
• Aperient - mild stimulant for the bowels; a gentle purgative
• Cholagogue - agent for increasing the flow of bile into the intestines
• Diaphoretic - agent that promotes perspiration
• Stimulant - agent that excites or quickens the functional activity of the tissues giving more energy
• Detergent - agent that cleanses wounds and sores of diseased or dead matter
• Toning
• Vulnerary - healing application for wounds

Medical Uses and Indications of Calendula

1. Calendula tinctures, ointments, and washes are commonly used to speed the healing of burns, bruises, and cuts, as well as the minor infections they cause.
2. Homeopathic doses of calendula also appear to reduce pain caused by ear infections in children.
3. Preliminary laboratory studies also suggest that extracts of dried calendula petals inhibit the activity of the human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) in test tubes

Precautions while using Calendula

The use of herbs is a time-honored approach to strengthening the body and treating disease. Herbs, however, contain active substances that can trigger side effects and that can interact with other herbs, supplements, or medications. For these reasons, herbs should be taken with care, under the supervision of a practitioner knowledgeable in the field of botanical medicine.

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