Marigold Herb - Herbal Tea
Marigold Herb - Herbal Tea
Marigold is a member of the large family of Daisy and Sunflowers and has many species in the genus. The most commonly used and named Marigold is another name for Calendula.
The Marigold has pale green leaves and bright yellow or orange flowers and is a common kitchen plant. Marigold flower petals are edible and used to add beauty and color to salads as well as fed to chickens to give the yolks of their eggs a darker yellow color.
Marigold is an easy plant to grow and will thrive in most soil conditions and will usually bloom from early sprint until frost. The flower is harvested and used for its medicinal properties both internally as well as externally.
Marigold Tea
Herbal Tea Recipe
Marigold tea is made by steeping 1 teaspoon of dried and crushed Marigold flower in 8 ounces of boiling water for 10 minutes.
Marigold Uses & Herbal Remedies
Marigold Tea Benefits
Marigold flowers can be added to salads to add color and can be used as a substitute for saffron in recipes.
Marigold is used topically in an ointment or salve to treat burns, bruises and cuts and fight infections that may occur with these conditions.
Marigold cream is used to treat hemorrhoids as well as on infant bums to help fight diaper rash.
Marigold tea is thought to aid in stomach upset and ulcers and help relieve menstrual cramps.
Dried Marigold flowers are often added to dream pillows to help bring prophetic dreams and increase luck.
Marigold Cautions & Dangers
Caution should be taken if you are allergic to Daisies or Ragweed.
Marigold is thought to be a very safe herb.
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