Organic calendula – Native medicinal plant for beautiful skin
The versatility of calendula has been known and appreciated for a very long time and in Central Europe it has been cultivated for centuries as a medicinal plant. The bright yellow calendula, which is also referred to as pot marigold, is today used as a natural remedy for skin inflammations and poorly healing wounds. At lavera Naturkosmetik, this puts it high on the list of our favourite natural plant substances.
“Pot marigold” with ancient tradition
Pot marigold, or common marigold, belongs to the Aster family (Asteraceae) and has yellow or orange flowers. Back in the Middle Ages, this native medicinal plant was mentioned in writing as being a remedy for poorly healing wounds and ulcers.
