The wonderful Calendula officinalis (Pot Marigold) is renowned for its powerful healing properties.

Even looking at these bright beautiful flowers will “clear the head, improve the eyesight & encourage cheerfulness” according to a 12^th century herbalist.  The properties & uses of Calendula are:

·   Soothes skin irritations, wounds & burns.

·   Antiseptic & antibacterial

·   Safe for babies & children

·   Excellent moisturising properties to the skin

·   Stimulates the circulation

·   Blood cleanser good for boils, eczema, acne

·   Good for bruises, sprains & pulled muscles

·   Immune booster

·   Eases digestive ailments

·   Antifungal

·   Helpful with irregular menstruation & PMS

·   Helpful with vaginal yeast over growth, e.g. thrush

·   Soothing effect to the emotions

Calendula can be used internally or externally