Calendula, or Pot Marigold, has antiseptic, anti-inflammatory, lymphagogue, choleretic, and demulcent properties and is one of the best vulnerary herbs, promoting healing of the skin. It is useful in treating dysmenorrhea and initiating menstrual periods and is a good treatment as well for gastric and duodenal ulcers. It reduces fever and alleviates inflammation of the mucous membranes of the mouth and pharynx. It has also been used in the treatment of cancer. As a vulnerary, Calendula is useful in the topical treatment of all forms of injury or irritation to the skin, including: cuts, burns, contusions, scalds, frostbite, and impetigo, and inflammatory skin diseases. Calendula is astringent to tissues and is anti-edematous. Calendula is antibacterial, antiviral, and antifungal and has been shown to be effective in treating venous disorders such as varicose veins, venous congestion, edema, hemorrhoids, chilblains, and phlebitis. This tincture is made from fresh or dried flowers of certified organic Calendula.