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The HMPC also noted 4 clinical studies carried out with a different comfrey preparation (not covered by this summary). In its assessment, the HMPC considered the well documented use of comfrey root for the relief of symptoms of minor sprains and bruises. Moreover, the intended use does not require medical supervision. This means that, although there is insufficient evidence from clinical trials, the effectiveness of these herbal medicines is plausible and there is evidence that they have been used safely in this way for at least 30 years (including at least 15 years within the EU). Considered possibly safe to use externally.The HMPC conclusions on the use of comfrey root medicines for the relief of symptoms of minor sprains and bruises are based on their 'traditional use' in these conditions. Poisonous to Humans: Poison Severity: Medium Poison Symptoms: Ingestion can lead to liver damage, lung damage, and cancer.Landscape: Landscape Location: Container Meadow Naturalized Area Pond Slope/Bank Woodland Landscape Theme: Cottage Garden Drought Tolerant Garden Pollinator Garden Shade Garden Design Feature: Border Mass Planting Specimen Attracts: Bees Resistance To Challenges: Deer Drought Dry Soil Problems: Weedy.Stem: Stem Color: Green Stem Is Aromatic: No Stem Surface: Hairy (pubescent) Stem Description: Stems are winged.The base of the upper leaves run down the length of the stem. Flowers: Flower Color: Pink Purple/Lavender White Flower Inflorescence: Cyme Flower Value To Gardener: Showy Flower Bloom Time: Spring Summer Flower Shape: Tubular Flower Size: 6 inches Leaf Width: 3-6 inches Leaf Description: The large, coarse leaves covered in hair.

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Cultural Conditions: Light: Full sun (6 or more hours of direct sunlight a day) Partial Shade (Direct sunlight only part of the day, 2-6 hours) Soil Texture: Clay High Organic Matter Loam (Silt) Soil pH: Acid (8.0) Neutral (6.0-8.0) Soil Drainage: Good Drainage Moist Occasionally Dry Available Space To Plant: 12 inches-3 feet NC Region: Coastal Mountains Piedmont USDA Plant Hardiness Zone: 4a, 4b, 5a, 5b, 6a, 6b, 7a, 7b, 8a, 8b.

Whole Plant Traits: Plant Type: Ground Cover Herbaceous Perennial Wildflower Habit/Form: Clumping Spreading Growth Rate: Rapid Maintenance: Medium Texture: Coarse.Asia Wildlife Value: This plant is pollinated by bees. Life Cycle: Perennial Recommended Propagation Strategy: Division Root Cutting Seed Country Or Region Of Origin: Europe, W. The leaves can be used to make an olvie green dye.

Attributes: Genus: Symphytum Species: officinale Family: Boraginaceae Uses (Ethnobotany): Medicinal use for injuries.Tags: #showy flowers #full sun tolerant #drought tolerant #easy to grow #purple flowers #weedy #medicinal #tuberous #cottage garden #moist soil #well-drained soil #rich soils #dye plant #deer resistant #herbaceous perennials #division #coarse #groundcover #colonies #naturalizes #wildflower garden #clumping #naturalized area #clay soils tolerant #partial shade tolerant #meadows #woodland garden #container plant #green dye plant See this plant in the following landscape: Herb & Flower Cottage Garden Cultivars / Varieties: Heavy rains can cause the leaves to droop. Insects, Diseases, and Other Plant Problems: No serious insect or diseases issues. Its rapid spreading habit does make it a remarkable candidate for establishing an attractive colony. The potassium from this plant is great for growing tomatoes.Īs it easily spreads and will sprout from any root pieces left behind from removal, it can be grown in large containers to better control its spread. A liquid fertilizer can be obtained by soaking the leaves in water for at least one week. It can be pruned several times a year and is often used as compost for food crops. Its foliage is a good addition to a compost pile. It is deer resistant and tolerant to drought and clay soil. In NC's hot summers, it appreciates some shade from the afternoon sun. One of the many plants called comfrey, this variety grows best in full sun to part shade and well-drained, moist, rich soil. It is said that the leaves and roots can be used to treat rashes, swelling, cuts and bruises. It has a long history of use as a medicinal herb for topical and internal injuries, though it is no longer deemed as safe for consumption. Together translating to a plant that heals injuries. Referring to the belief that comfrey helped to heal injuries, the scientific name Symphytum comes from the Greek words symphyo or grow together and phyton for plant. Phonetic Spelling sim-FY-tum oh-fiss-ih-NAH-lee This plant has medium severity poison characteristics.

Symphytum officinale