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🌼 Calendula Officinalis – The Healing Marigold in Homeopathy

📖 Introduction

Calendula Officinalis, also known as pot marigold, is a golden gift of nature with immense healing powers. Celebrated for its antiseptic and wound-healing properties, Calendula is widely used in homeopathic first aid remedies, creams, and ointments.

🌿 Botanical Name

Calendula officinalis

Family: Asteraceae
Common Names: Pot Marigold, Garden Marigold, Zergul

⚕️ Homeopathic Profile

Attribute	Details
Remedy Name	Calendula Officinalis
Type	Mother Tincture, Ointment, Dilutions (Q, 3X, 6X)
Source	Extracted from fresh flowering tops

🩺 Key Indications

Cuts and wounds – Prevents suppuration and speeds healing
Surgical recovery – Aids post-operative healing
Skin ulcers and infections
Mouth ulcers, bleeding gums
Perineal tears post-delivery
Burns and scalds
Raw, inflamed skin with pain or pus

👤 Constitutional Profile

Calendula is not used as a constitutional remedy for chronic mental-emotional traits, but it aligns well with:

Physique: Weak convalescent patients, slow wound healers
Disposition: Sensitive, easily irritated when in pain
Modalities: Worse from dampness, better with warmth and topical application
Typical Patient: May be prone to infection or sepsis post-surgery or injury

🌿 Natural Sources & Supplements

Although not commonly taken as a supplement in homeopathy, calendula tea or topical salves are popular herbal options. Related natural healing agents include:

Turmeric – Antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory
Neem – Skin purifier
Tea Tree oil – Antiseptic
Aloe Vera – Cooling, soothing for burns

💊 Dosage & Usage

Form	Dosage
Mother Tincture (Q)	5–10 drops in water, 2–3 times daily (for internal infections)
Dilution 6X / 30	2–3 pills, 3 times daily for mild internal issues
Ointment/Cream	Apply externally 2–3 times daily on wounds, cuts, or burns
Mouthwash	Add 5 drops in warm water and rinse 2–3 times daily for ulcers

⚠️ Always consult a registered homeopath for appropriate dosage and repetition.

🧪 Complementary & Related Remedies

Arnica Montana – For trauma and bruising
Hypericum – For nerve pain from injuries
Ledum Palustre – For puncture wounds
Hepar Sulph – For infected wounds with pus
Silicea – Promotes expulsion of foreign bodies from wounds

📜 Conclusion

Calendula Officinalis stands as a versatile and indispensable remedy in homeopathy for external injuries, wounds, and infections. Whether applied topically or taken internally, its natural antiseptic and healing abilities have made it a cornerstone of homeopathic first-aid protocols.

If you're seeking a natural path to wound recovery and infection prevention, Calendula may be the golden bloom your body needs.

This article is for educational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. Please consult a licensed homeopath or medical professional before starting any treatment.

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