Symphytum Officinale Salve
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Matricaria recutita
German Chamomile, chamomile, wild chamomile
Asteraceae (formerly Compositae)
Parts Used
Flowers
Parts Used
Temperate regions of Asia & Europe
Parts Used
Infusion, Essential oil, Extract, Tincture
Primary Constituents
Organic Acids
4 Primary metabolites
22 secondary metabolites
Flavonoids
Quercetin
Apigenin
Luteolin
Rutin
Coumarins
Volatile Oils
Monoterpenes, Sesquiterpenes, Diterpenes & Triterpenes
Therapeutic Actions
analgesic | antiallergy | antibacterial | anticancer |
antidepressant | antidiarrheal | antiflammatory | antifungal |
antihypertensive | antimicrobial | antioxidant | antispasmodic |
antithrombotic | cosmetic | diuretic | gastroprotective |
genitoprotective | hepatoprotective | hypoglycaemic | hypolipidaemic |
nephroprotective | nervine | neuroprotective | organoprotective |
pulmoprotective | sedative |
Common Uses
Weight management
Cardiovascular disease
Immune system support
Nervous system support
Diabetes management
Allergies
Stomach issues (gas, digestive support)
Skin support
Muscle support (stiffness, ache)
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Contraindications & Safety
GRAS safety rating
May cause an allergic reaction
Limited information regarding safety during pregnancy and breastfeeding
Possible interaction with warfarin
Symphytum Officinale
Comfrey, bone knitter, boneset
Boraginaceae
Parts Used
Leaf and root
Parts Used
Europe and Asia
Parts Used
Topical oitnments/salves
Primary Constituents
Allantoin
Phenoic acids
Rosmarinic
p-hydroxybenzoic
caffeic
chlorogenic
p-coumaric acids
Saponins, tannins, alkaloids, amino acids, and others
*Constituents also vary based on whether the leaf or root was used
Therapeutic Actions
analgesic | anitfungal | antiexudative | anti-inflammatory |
antimicrobial | antioxidant | antiviral | hemostatic |
Common Uses
Breaks/sprains
Rheumatism
Liver support
Gastritis
Ulcers
Blunt abrasions
Skin disorders
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Contraindications & Safety
Consumption (infusions, extracts, tinctures) is linked to hepatotoxic reactions and is not recommended.
For educational purposes only. These statements have not been evaluated by the FDA and are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent disease.