The marigold (Calendula, marigolds) is an herbaceous plant of the Compositae family, which includes more than 20 species. The most common are Calendula officinalis, Calendula arvensis and Calendula major.

The marigold grows in almost every country in the world. It prefers sunny and warm locations, but can also be found in partial shade. It grows well in any soil, but especially likes light and loose soil.

The herb is used in folk medicine to treat various diseases. Velveeta is an excellent anti-inflammatory and wound-healing agent. It is used to treat ulcers, skin diseases, infections and inflammation.

Marigolds have a unique property - they promote tissue regeneration and have a positive effect on skin repair.

The herb is harvested in summer, when the plant is in full bloom. The best time to collect marigolds is early morning or evening, when the plant is most saturated with moisture.

Calendula is used in various forms - as an infusion, decoction, tincture, ointment or oil.

Infusion of marigolds is prepared as follows: Pour 1 tablespoon of dry herbs 1 cup boiling water and insist for 30 minutes. The infusion is taken orally 3 times a day for 30 minutes before a meal.

Decoction marigolds are prepared as follows: Pour 2 tablespoons dry herbs 2 cups boiling water and boil on low heat for 15 minutes. Then the broth is infused for 30 minutes and taken orally 3 times a day for 30 minutes before a meal.

Tincture marigolds are prepared as follows: 1 tablespoon of dry grass pour 0.5 cup vodka and insist 10 days in a dark place. Tincture taken internally 3 times a day for 30 minutes before a meal.

Marigold ointment is prepared as follows: 2 tablespoons of dry herbs mixed with 1 tablespoon of lard and insist 2 hours in a water bath. Then cool the ointment and apply to the affected areas.

Oil marigold is prepared as follows: 1 tablespoon of dry grass is mixed with 0.5 cup of olive oil and insist 2 hours in a water bath. The oil is then cooled and applied to the affected areas.

Calendula is a very useful and effective herb, which has a positive effect on the treatment of various diseases.