Marigold flower

Calendula officinalis L.

Description

Sunny colored inflorescences, collected in the Mediterranean for traditional preparations for the regular trophism of the skin, the well-being of the digestive system and the oro-pharyngeal mucosa, it is also useful for regulating the menstrual cycle. Interesting in herbal medicine and cosmetic laboratories.

Family

Asteracae

Origin

EGYPT – BULGARIA – ALBANIA

Active Principles

Sesquiterpenes, Triterpene Saponins, Sterols, Carotenoids, Coumarins and Sesquiterpene Lactones

Curiosity

According to studies, it is a friendly and supportive plant during dermatitis following radiotherapy treatments.

Contraindications

In the absence of data regarding the effects on pregnancy and breastfeeding, we do not recommend taking it.
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