Symphytum is a medicine that is derived from the plant Symphytum Officinale. This is a homoeopathic herbal drug that is used in various diseases but is best used to treat osteoporosis and bone fractures.
Symphytum tuberosum was created in 1753.
Symphytum Officinale & caucasicum et peregrinum
Symphytum officinale, there are about 25 species including prickly comfrey (S. asperum) and Russian comfrey (S. Xuplandicum). A member of the Boraginaceae family.
Symphytum, commonly known as comfrey, has been used historically for its medicinal properties to treat wounds, bruises, sprains, and joint inflammation. It is also used in organic gardening as a nutrient-rich compost accelerator and natural fertilizer. However, internal use of comfrey is discouraged due to potential liver toxicity.
Comfrey, if that is what you mean, is a herb Symphytum of which there are a number of species. It is supposed to have the power to heal wounds and the leaves make a good if foul smelling liquid fertiliser.
The common names of Comfrey (Symphytum officinale) are -bonesetknit bonebruisewortblack wortsalsifywall wortslippery rootgum plantknit back
Chinese medicine seeks to reconnect the chi along the body's meridians and thus aid healing. Homeopathic physicians may prescribe natural medicines such as Arnica or Symphytum to enhance healing.
These include aloe (Aloe barbadensis ), oil of St.-John's-wort (Hypericum perforatum ), calendula (Calendula officinalis ), comfrey (Symphytum officinale ), and tea tree oil (Melaleuca spp.).
Comfrey (Symphytum officinale) is a medicinal plant commonly used for treating sprains. Comfrey has anti-inflammatory properties that can help reduce pain and swelling associated with sprains. It can be used as a poultice or in a cream form for topical application to the affected area.
Comfrey and borage are both flowering plants with medicinal uses, but they belong to different families. Comfrey (Symphytum officinale) is known for its wound-healing properties and is often used in topical applications, while borage (Borago officinalis) is valued for its high gamma-linolenic acid (GLA) content and is commonly used in herbal remedies and cosmetics. Additionally, borage has edible leaves and flowers, which are often added to salads and beverages, whereas comfrey's leaves are not typically consumed due to potential liver toxicity when ingested in large amounts.
Depending on where you live and your heritage, plants have many different common names. For example: Milk Thistle is also known to some as St Mary's Thistle or Marian Thistle. Sometimes, two different plants have the same common name. For example: Knitbone could be either Symphytum offinalis or Eupatorium perfoliatum. Having latin names makes it easier to communicate which herb we are talking about, and to prevent dangerous adverse effects if you plan on using them for food or medicine. Knowing the plant family is also helpful because some people are allergic to certain plant families.
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