Marigold
Calendula Officinalis
Published on 6. January 2000
Book
Hardback
64 pages
978-1-86204-558-3 (ISBN)
Description
The famous herbalist, Nicholas Culpeper, called the marigold flower a "comforter of the heart and spirit". It has been used for centuries to treat a variety of complaints from snake bites to toothache, from PMS to varicose veins. This pocket-sized guide provides an introduction to the history, folklore, actions and uses of the flower.
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Series
Language
English
Place of publication
London
United Kingdom
Publishing group
HarperCollins Publishers
Illustrations
coloour illustrations
Dimensions
Height: 181 mm
Width: 128 mm
Weight
184 gr
ISBN-13
978-1-86204-558-3 (9781862045583)
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Content
Exploring marigold; a history of healing; anatomy of marigold; marigold in action; energy and emotion -flower essence; growing, harvesting and processing; preparations for internal use - tincture, syrup, cold-pressed oil, infusion; preparations for external use -quick ointment, standard ointment, lotion, compress, other applications; natural medicine for everyone; herbal combinations; conditions chart; how marigold works.