Ayurvedic Herbs: Calendula

Calendula

  • Latin Name: Calendula officinalis

  • Plant Family: Compositae

  • Taste (Rasa): bitter, pungent

  • Energetics (Virya): cooling

  • Post-Digestive Effect (Vipaka): pungent

  • Dosha: V+ KP-

  • Actions: vulnerary, antispasmodic, alterative

References

Frawley D, Lad V. The Yoga of Herbs: An Ayurvedic Guide to Herbal Medicine. Twin Lakes, Wisconsin: Lotus Press; 2001.