Comfrey
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CA$5.00
CA$5.00
Symphytum officinalis
Perennial Sun to part shade
Properties:Tonic, astringent, demulcent, expectorant, vulnerary.
Uses:Promotes healing, heal broken bones, hemorrhage and bleeding, lungs, diarrhea.
External:poultice, ointment or extract for burns, wounds, cuts and broken bones.
Parts used:roots, leaves and flowers.
Contra-indications for internal use:the roots and young leaves contain an alkaloid called pyrrolizidine which could damage the liver after long term use.
Notes:excellent in compost or compost tea, rich in nitrogen.
Height:90cm to 120cm Flower:pink June-July
Properties:Tonic, astringent, demulcent, expectorant, vulnerary.
Uses:Promotes healing, heal broken bones, hemorrhage and bleeding, lungs, diarrhea.
External:poultice, ointment or extract for burns, wounds, cuts and broken bones.
Parts used:roots, leaves and flowers.
Contra-indications for internal use:the roots and young leaves contain an alkaloid called pyrrolizidine which could damage the liver after long term use.
Notes:excellent in compost or compost tea, rich in nitrogen.
Height:90cm to 120cm Flower:pink June-July