The calendula flower has been used since ancient times for medicinal purposes. The Egyptians used this herb to treat wounds and burns, cuts, bruises, insect bites, and other minor injuries. This herb was originally cultivated in ancient Egypt where it was known as marjoram. They would crush the flowers into a paste and apply them directly to the affected area. today calendula is still widely grown throughout Europe and North America.
Calendula flowers are often used in creams that help heal minor cuts and scrapes. They can also be used to make a soothing salve for sunburns and bug bites.
Calendula oil is extracted from the petals of the marigold plant. The oil contains many beneficial compounds including vitamins A, C, D, E, B6, beta-carotene, calcium, magnesium, iron, zinc, manganese, copper, iodine, and selenium.
Calendula oil has anti-inflammatory properties and helps reduce swelling and pain. It can also be used to relieve itching caused by poison ivy, poison oak, and poison sumac.
Calendula oil can be applied directly to the skin or mixed into lotions and creams. It may also be added to bath water to promote healing.
Name: Calendula Flower
Botanical Name: Calendula Officinalis Alternative names Pot Marigold
Form: Whole Flowers
Quality: grade 1
Package:12.5 kg carton and PP Bags (package can be done according to customer demand)
Availability: crop starts in April and is available all year in our stock.
Process of Crop
Each crop has many cuts during the growth lifetime. It is transferred to a large open space for sun drying. A large cover is placed over the flowers to avoid contact with natural elements besides the sun. Packed in carton boxes for export.
