Calendula

The benefits of Calendula are

Another name for calendula is pot marigold. It is being used to help in the healing of wounds by applying the ointment that contains this plant directly into the wound. There are also practices of boiling tea, and applying the tea topically. In order to make tea from tincture, dilute a half or a full teaspoon of calendula to one-fourth cup water, apply directly to the wound. But when applying to surgical wounds, make sure that there is doctor’s supervision. Calendula has been known as an insect repellant for a long time. But history shows it has wound healing properties. The medieval monks even used this to treat bites made snakes. Not only is calendula an effective antibiotic, it is also an excellent topical anti-inflammatory.