Calendula officinalis Calendulas are members of the daisy family with the flowers possessing some powerful healing properties, has antifungal, anti-inflammatory, and antibacterial properties. Calendula ointments & slaves were known to be used to treat minor cuts, burns, skin irritation & eczema.
History of cultivation
Calendula species have been used traditionally as culinary and medicinal herbs. Calendulas are members of the daisy family and are often referred to as marigolds. In addition to being a popular garden pretty, calendula flowers possess some powerful healing properties.The petals are edible and can be used fresh in salads or dried and used to colour cheese or as a replacement for saffron. You can make yellow dye from the petals.
Romans and Greeks used the golden calendula in many rituals and ceremonies, sometimes wearing crowns or garlands made from the flowers. One of its nicknames is ‘Mary’s Gold’, referring to the flowers’ use in early Catholic events in some countries. Calendula flowers are sacred flowers in India and have been used to decorate the statues of Hindu deities since early times.
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