Calendula possesses anti-microbial, anti-bacterial and anti-fungal properties and is probably best known for its soothing and healing properties on all types of wounds – cuts, scrapes and abrasions and skin irritations. Read more about the many benefits of calendula for dogs….
It is hard to look at a calendula flower without it lifting your spirits, with its beautiful rich orange and yellow coloured flowers and long elegant petals. Calendula is a valuable plant to include in the herb garden as well as giving a welcome splash of colour. It is a member of the sunflower family and is also known as pot marigold. Not only is this plant very pretty but it comes with many medicinal uses and in particular benefits to the skin and mucous membranes and that is why it is an essential addition to the herbal blends, skin washes and soothing balms.
Calendula has anti-bacterial, anti-fungal and anti-microbial properties. Externally, calendula is perfect for skin irritations and minor wounds and brings quick relief from sore, itchy skin. Infusions of the petals are effective as a soothing and healing skin rinse to reduce irritation, infection and inhibit bacterial growth.
Internally, calendula can help reduce inflammation of the digestive system and in particular help with colitis and ulceration. For urinary or digestive tract issues calendula combines well with marshmallow and corn silk.
Calendula is best avoided during pregnancy and it does contain small amounts of salicylic acid which can be toxic to cats.
Find out which of our products contain this great herb by looking at the ingredients section of our website.
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