COMFREY Symphytum officinale. Boraginaceae.

All herbs should be used in moderation and not in large quantities. Please consult a Herbalist.

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	Knit-bone. A member of the borage family.

Annual/biennial/Perennial	Hardy Herbaceous Perrenial
Appearance	Large hairy leaves with wavy edges. The flowers are cream or purple and bell shaped.
Height	3-4ft/1-1.3metres
Growing Position	Full sun but damp.
Fertiliser	Organic diluted or leaf mould.
Propagation & soil	Soil rich in nitrogen and very damp.
Spring	Sow seeds in spring.
Summer	Thin the seedlings if necessary.
Autumn	Harvest the leaves.
Winter
Use	The roots, stem and leaves.
Aromatic, Medicinal or Culinary	Medicinal
Areas of help	Insecticide, skin, leg ulcers, bruises and burns. Externally all types of skin ailments.
Specific Use	Not recommended for internal use Use the leaves or roots to make a poultice for ailing joints. Crush the roots and leaves make a standard tea put the bandage in the brew when hot put on the area to heal.
Recipe Large doses can be harmful. Basic recipes and how to make, CLICK.

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