Marigold--the little flower that could...

From: Better Nutrition | Date: November 1, 1998| Author: | Copyright information

Calendula, or pot marigold (Calendula officinalis), was grown in monastery gardens in medieval Europe, and was valued as a vulnerary, referring to any botanical or compound that helps to heal wounds faster and cleaner. This was of great importance in medieval times, prior to the understanding of how microbes and poor hygiene cause infection, when minor wounds easily developed into festering, lifethreatening ulcerations.

Traditional salves were made by simmering calendula flowers in lard and beeswax; often, honey was added. Wounds were washed with infusions containing herbs such as calendula, ...

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