Rediscovering the lost healing powers of greater Celandine

Many plants serve as remedies for everyday problems in gardens and meadows. Folk medicine, passed down from our great-grandmothers and grandmothers, who used herbs not only to season dishes, made extensive use of nature's gifts. Many people have forgotten about this today, but it is worth revisiting these traditions.

Greater celandine is an invaluable plant that still resides in many home pharmacies. Knowledge about its medicinal properties has been passed down from generation to generation since the times of our great-grandmothers. It was referred to as "God's leaf" or "Mary's herb," which perfectly reflects its properties. Today, many people pass by celandine indifferently, sometimes even stepping on it. However, it is not just an ordinary weed cluttering up the garden.

Greater celandine is a natural remedy used to treat a variety of ailments. One of the most well-known properties of celandine is its ability to relieve pain and numbness. This makes it useful for various types of pain, such as headaches, toothaches, or joint pain. It also has anti-inflammatory effects and helps fight bacteria and fungi, speeding up the healing of wounds and skin inflammations.

Its antiseptic properties are often used to treat wounds, rashes, and other bacterial or fungal skin changes. It is a common ingredient in natural ointments that treat psoriasis or remove skin warts, also known as verrucas.

Celandine is a good ingredient for ointments and face tonics. Few people know that you can also prepare a healthy infusion from it. It helps treat pancreatic or liver ailments.

Pour three parts warm, boiled water over one part fresh herb. Let it sit for about five hours, allowing the active ingredients to pass into the infusion. After this time, the infusion should be strained and poured into a tightly sealed container. It can be stored in the refrigerator for a maximum of three days. Drink one ounce three times daily.

The use of celandine preparations requires caution. Despite its many medicinal properties, celandine can be toxic when used excessively. Before using, you should consult a doctor or pharmacist who can advise whether this remedy suits your body. Do not overuse it. Pregnant women, breastfeeding mothers, and children should not use celandine.