Remedies Using Comfrey Plant

The medicinal uses and benefits of comfrey plant or symphytum officinale come from the comfrey root and leaf. Even thought comfrey herb extract are sold as supplements and tonic, comfrey is recommended more for external use.

Comfrey is also known as knitbone because in the past, it was used to speed up the healing of bones and wounds. One of its active ingredients called allantoin contributes a lot to its healing effect. It has the ability to support the rapid growth of cells.

Comfrey is now still used for treating broken bones, sprains and wounds. One of the ways to treat a fracture is by applying a poultice using the comfrey extract.

Based on several studies, researches and herbalists have identified more benefits and uses of the comfrey herb.

Because of its soothing properties when applied externally, it is used to treat skin problems and diseases such as acne, dermatitis, eczema, diaper rash, psoriasis and other viral skin infections. You can boil the comfrey roots or leaves and use it as a skin wash. You can also make a paste with comfrey powder and use it as a compress.

Comfrey is also used as a remedy for arthritis because of its anti inflammatory properties. It is also used to treat burn wounds and may help reduce scaring. Another uses of comfrey is a an herbal treatment for varicose veins.

If you suffer from hemorrhoid, apply the comfrey cream, oil or ointment for pain relief. Adding comfrey tea, by boiling the leaves or root, to your sitz bath will also help.

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