Side effect and interaction
In case of an allergy to calendula plants, allergic reactions are possible! Please consult your doctor before any treatment with the medicinal plant Calendula!
Combination with other medicinal plants
As already mentioned, the marigold is often a component of tea blends as a “decorative drug”, thus contributing to the attractive appearance of the blend. Calendula is often also a component of tea blends to stimulate the metabolism. A common mixture would be: 30.0 g dandelion root10.0 g peppermint10.0 g nettle20.0 g milk thistle10.0 g calendula20.0 g yarrow. Pour a cup of boiling water over a teaspoon of this tea mixture, cover and leave to brew for 10 minutes, then strain. Drink two cups a day for a longer period of time.
Application in homeopathy
Calendula is used internally and externally for lacerations and bruises, and for lower leg ulcers to stimulate wound healing. Internally as tablets D2 to D6. Externally 1 to 2 teaspoons of the mother tincture in 1⁄4 l lukewarm water as an envelope.
The medicinal plant marigold has been growing in our gardens as a medicinal and ornamental plant since the 12th century. It is easy to cultivate and can even be grown in a flower pot on the windowsill. The flowers and leaves of the marigold are used for healing purposes.
The flowers have an anti-inflammatory and wound-healing effect. Teas, oils, tinctures and ointments are prepared from the flowers or only from the petals. The medicinal plant calendula can be used internally and externally. In many cosmetic products, the extracts of calendula – because of their healing effect – are indispensable.
- Tripterpenes
- Flavonoids and
- Saponins.
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