Calendula flower

Calendulae flos, calendula flower.  

Calendula flower consists of the dried flower heads or the dried ligulate flowers (ray florets) of Calendula officinalis L.  [Fam. Asteraceae], as well as its preparations in effective dosage.  

The drug contains triterpene glycosides and aglycones, as well as carotenoids and essential oils.  

Uses

Internal and topical use:

• Inflammation of the oral and pharyngeal mucosa.  

External:

• Poorly healing wounds.  
• Ulcus cruris.  

Contraindications

None known.  

Side Effects

None known.  

None known.  

Unless otherwise prescribed:

• 1 - 2 g per cup of water (150 ml) or
• 1 - 2 teaspoons (2 - 4 ml) tincture per - l water, or prepared in ointments equivalent to 2 - 5 g crude drug in 100 g ointment.  

Powdered herb for infusions and other galenical preparations for local application.  

Promotes wound healing.  
Antiinflammatory and granulatory action in topical application have been described.