Daisy

Bellis perennis

Never underestimate the common Daisy!

Daisies contain saponins, which means that they have an expectorant effect if drunk as tea. These compounds may also help with the absorption of other phyto-chemicals in a topical ointment. Also known as "Bruisewort", Herbalists delivering first aid in the refugee camps in Calais and Dunkirk use daisies in a bruise ointment that we make. This is the recipe. 

Daisies are great for bringing people together and are a lovely focus for community harvesting days. 

If you would like to make a Daisy oil to use at home or donate as a component part to the Calais medicines, here is some information about making an infused oil