🌿 Calendula Flower (Calendula officinalis)

Also known as: Marigold • Pot Marigold • Gold Bloom
Family: Asteraceae (Daisy family — related to ragweed)
Origin: Mediterranean region; widely cultivated worldwide
Parts used: Dried petals and flower heads
Primary use: Internal & External

✨ Description

Golden and glowing like sunshine captured in petals, Calendula is one of nature’s most beloved healers. Known as the “skin soother,” this vibrant flower has been used for centuries to cleanse wounds, nourish the skin, and support healthy digestion and detoxification.

Calendula carries the warmth of the sun — bringing light, renewal, and gentle cleansing to wherever it touches. Its cheerful petals are rich in flavonoids and carotenoids, making them a staple in both herbal and skincare traditions. Whether brewed as tea, infused in oil, or added to bath rituals, Calendula is the very essence of healing, comfort, and glow.

🍵 Dried Herb Uses

As a soothing and cleansing herbal tea:

Skin & Lymph Support: Gently detoxifies the lymphatic system to promote clear, radiant skin.
Digestive Comfort: Soothes irritation in the stomach and intestines while supporting liver balance.
Menstrual & Womb Health: Encourages regularity and eases tension associated with menstruation.
Immune Support: Offers mild antimicrobial and antifungal properties that protect and strengthen the body.

Directions (Internal Use):
Steep 1–2 teaspoons of dried Calendula petals in 8 oz of hot water for 10–15 minutes.
Drink up to 3 cups daily or mix with Red Clover, Burdock, or Chamomile for enhanced skin and cleansing support.

💧 External Uses

Skin & Hair Care: Infuse petals in oil (olive, coconut, or jojoba) to make healing balms, serums, or massage oils.
Wound & Burn Relief: Use as a wash or compress to soothe cuts, scrapes, sunburns, and rashes.
Bath Soak: Add to warm water for a gentle detox and golden glow.
Hair Rinse: Brightens blonde tones and soothes scalp irritation.

🔮 Metaphysical & Energetic Uses

Solar & Heart Energy: Radiates warmth, confidence, and joy — perfect for uplifting low moods.
Protection & Prosperity: Used in folk magic to attract abundance and guard against negativity.
Healing & Self-Love: Promotes emotional renewal, self-worth, and spiritual cleansing.

Affirmation:

“I shine from within — warm, radiant, and whole.”

🌿 Pairing Suggestions

Burdock Root – for detox and clear skin synergy.
Red Clover or Nettle – for deep nourishment and circulation.
Chamomile or Lemon Balm – for soothing the stomach and spirit.
Rose or Lavender – for heart-centered calm and beauty blends.

🌼 Harvest & Sourcing

Our Calendula Flowers are hand-harvested at full bloom under the morning sun, when their resins and essential oils are at their peak.
They are shade-dried to preserve their golden color and delicate aroma, then hand-sifted to ensure pure, vibrant petals for teas, oils, and rituals.

⚖️ Energetics & Taste

Taste: Mild, floral, and slightly resinous.
Energetic profile: Warming, soothing, cleansing, and uplifting.
Pairs well with: Burdock Root, Red Clover, Chamomile, and Rose.

⚠️ Warnings

Allergy caution: May cause a reaction in individuals sensitive to ragweed, daisies, or marigolds.
Not recommended during pregnancy as it may stimulate uterine contractions.
For external use, always perform a patch test before applying infused oils or salves.

🌻 A Note from the Herbalist

Calendula is the sun’s gift to the skin and spirit. It cleanses, comforts, and renews — reminding us that healing doesn’t have to hurt. Whether used in tea, oils, or rituals, it radiates a sense of wholeness and inner light.

For herbalists, it’s both medicine and magic — simple, beautiful, and endlessly effective.