Calendula—commonly known as pot marigold—has long been a symbol of warmth, vitality, and renewal. However, its value runs far deeper than symbolism. From being used for centuries in herbal medicine to today’s clean beauty trends, this “flower of the sun” has earned a reputation as one of nature’s gentlest yet most powerful remedies for the skin, mouth, and cancer care relief.
An Ancient Remedy Backed by Modern Science
As early as ancient Roman times, the Greek physician Pedanius Dioscorides noted that calendula has cooling and astringent properties and that applying its seed pods to wounds aids healing, while internal use treats digestive tract disorders.Hildegard von Bingen, a 12th-century mystic and herbalist, wrote in her natural history text “Physica” that calendula has detoxifying effects and can be boiled in water or infused in wine in cases of food poisoning. It is also an effective remedy for skin conditions such as scabies, with calendula ointments applied to affected areas.
