Comfrey Leaf c/s

Botanical Name - Symphytum officinale Other Names - Bruisewort, boneset, knitbone, radix consolidate Origin - Europe Research shows that some Comfrey Leaf and Root components are useful in cell repair and have anti-inflammatory effects. While the comfrey plant has its roots in Europe, it grows in many areas of the world. North America, Australia, and Asia are all places where comfrey is found. It thrives in moist places. In Japan, comfrey has been cultivated as a vegetable for more than 2,000 years. The plant also has a long history of use in Asia and Europe as a topical anti-inflammatory agent, usually prepared as a poultice. However, because the leaf and root contain several hepatotoxic pyrrolizidine alkaloids, the internal use of this herb is limited to homeopathic formulations. Use to make infusions and infused oils to produce soaps, shampoos, lotions, ointments and salves. Comfrey is a source of allantoin, a compound used in the cosmetics industry.  Precautions - Due to the presen