Traditionally Comfrey was used to help heal broken bones. Today it is used to help speed up the healing process of wounds and bruises. The parts used from the Comfrey plant are the aerial parts and the roots. There has been some clinical research done in Europe, specifically Germany. The results showed that it is okay to use Comfrey topically. Both the aerial parts and the roots can be used either fresh or dried. Comfrey can be used as a tincture, infused oil, poultice, and ointment. The leaves are used in ointments and poultices to help boils and bruises. The tincture and infused oils can be applied externally to help with bruises, sprains, and acne. Comfrey should not be used on fresh wounds that have not been cleaned. This herb helps speed up the healing process. If the wound is not clean, infections and dirt can get trapped in the wound, which can lead to serious complications. Comfrey should not be used in any form if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
Habitat & Cultivation
Comfey is native to Europe. It was used as early as the first century CE by Dioscorides in his book Materia Medica. Comfrey grows best in temperature regions and is grown today throughout western Asia, North America, and Australia. This plant is a perennial plant that features flowers that are bell shaped and thick green leaves. It can be grown from seed or from root division. The plant, typically the flower and leaves, are usually harvested in the springtime. The roots are dug up and extracted in the autumn. From there the parts are used fresh or set out to dry for later use.
Uses
Injuries this herb is known to promote and speed up healing throughout the body. Can be used for bruises, sprains, and wounds.
Skin Concerns Comfrey is used for help any skin concerns. This includes acne, boils, insect bites, scars, and even mastitis. It should be applied externally.
Self Care it can help joints that are sore and hurting. Comfrey can also help relieve symptoms that happen with fractures. It can also provide relief to infections and wounds.
Parts used
Root
Aerial parts high in anti-inflammatory and astringent compounds
Key Actions
Demulcent
Astringent
Anti-inflammatory
Heals wounds and bones
Constituents
Allantoin
Mucilage
Triterpenoids
Phenolic acids
Asparagine
Pyrrolizidine
Tannins
References
- Chevallier, Andrew, FNIMH; Encyclopedia of Herbal Medicine - 550 Herbs and Remedies for Common Ailments; 3. Edition 2016; ISBN: 978-0-2412-2944-6; Page 138.
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