Guest guest Posted November 28, 2004 Report Share Posted November 28, 2004 CALENDULA IDENTIFICATION :_Calendula_ (http://www.glenbrookfarm.com/store/calen.html) is a hardy annual growing to a height of 2 feet with ray shaped flowers ranging from pale yellow to bright orange. Fine hairs cover the stems and leaves. HABITAT AND GROWING CONDITIONS :_Calendula_ (http://www.glenbrookfarm.com/store/calen.html) prefers well-drained, light, sandy soil; full sun; pH 6.0-7.0. It is propagated easily by seed in fall or spring. Plant individuals 1 foot apart. When harvesting the flowers, remove the flowers and separate the petals. ACTIONS:Antispasmodic, aperient: mild stimulant for the bowels cholagogue, diaphoretic vulnerary: healing agent for wounds USES :_Calendula_ (http://www.glenbrookfarm.com/store/calen.html) tea has long been used as a home remedy for gastritis, and is also recommended for women with painful menstruation or menopausal problems. Calendula gargle may help soothe canker sores. Herbalists sometimes use the blossoms in creams and compresses designed to treat localized skin problems due to infection or physical trauma.Calendula compresses were used durning the Civil war to draw infection from wounds. The calendula ointment has also been used on "hot spots" on dogs. Durning my search on Calendula , I came by this old saying "Where there is Calendula, there is no need of a surgeon". What a statement!!! but the author went on to explain that this was wrote when the most common surgical operation was amputation due to gange green.Studies at the National College of Naturopathic Medicine show calendula to be antibacterial,antifungal, antinflammatory, and antiviral. It stimulates white blood cells to destroy harmful microbes . They also found that _calendula tincture_ (http://www.glenbrookfarm.com/herbs/tinctures.htm) to be as effective as bleach in killing germs. TEA : Parts Used : Petals How to Brew : Infusion. Use 3 tsps of fresh petals, or 1 to 2 tsp dried in 8 ounces of boiling water. Steep for 5-10 minutes. CAUTION : Avoid use during pregnancy. Diana Gonzalez Free Ipod-really! http://www.freeiPods.com/?r=10441055 Nothing wastes more energy than worrying - the longer a problem is carried, the heavier it gets. Don't take things too seriously - live a life of serenity, not a life of regrets. -Unknown Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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