Calendula is a flower many herbalists come to again and again for so many different reasons. The resinous flowers are a favorite, making their way into just about every skin lotion, body butter, and salve I make. They are a wonderful addition to teas to help soothe the internal mucous membranes and tissues. The lymphatic properties are undervalued, and I have found them to be nice and strong. I come across a lot of energetically and physically stagnant people. They just feel stuck and viscous, like things aren’t moving properly. This stickiness tends to cause health issues. My good friend calendula also makes an appearance in many teas and digestive remedies, as well as cold and flu remedies. Calendula even offers some strong aid to the lymphatic system in order to encourage movement in the body.

She is a good friend and will always have a place in my heart, garden, and medicine cabinet.