SYMPHYTUM OFFICINALE-COMFREY/KNITBONE

© 2002 Dean Wm. Taylor
Parts used leaves, roots

Internally for gastric & duodenal ulcers-chronic bronchial diseases-colitis-IBS-rheumatism (leaves)

Externally for psoriasis-eczema (externally as a cream or lotion)-sores-varicose veins-ulcers-arthritis-sprains & strains (leaf infusion or tincture as a compress-cream as aftercare)-nappy rash (ointment/talc)--bunions-piles-sore breasts during lactation-injuries including fractures-bruises (oil as aftercare)-cuts & bruises

Externally as an ointment-use on clean cuts only as it is a very fast healer






