Calendula / Pot Marigold
Calendula officinalis
Calendula is primarily used in integrative oncology for its remarkable wound-healing and anti-inflammatory properties — reducing radiation dermatitis, healing surgical wounds, and soothing mucositis from chemotherapy. Internally, calendula flavonoids and triterpenoids show anti-tumour activity against cervical, colon, and leukemia cells.
Medicinal Properties
Cancer Types Studied
Recommended Dosage
Topically: calendula cream 2–3x daily. Internally: 300–600 mg extract or 2 cups calendula tea daily.
Preparations
Calendula Cream (Topical)
Apply standardised calendula cream to radiation-affected skin 2–3x daily. Evidence-based for radiation dermatitis.
Calendula Tea
Steep 2 tbsp dried calendula flowers in hot water 10 min. Drink 2 cups daily as lymphatic tonic.
NIH / PubMed Research
Links open on PubMed (National Library of Medicine). Research is ongoing — results may not reflect clinical use.
Cautions & Interactions
- May cause allergic reaction in people sensitive to daisy family (Asteraceae)
- Avoid in pregnancy in large internal doses
- Topical use generally very safe
- May interact with sedative medications
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Informational only. Not medical advice. Consult your healthcare provider before use.