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comfrey /com·frey/ (kom´fre) the perennial herb Symphytum officinale, or a preparation of its leaves and roots, which are demulcent and astringent and are used topically for bruises and sprains and to promote bone healing; also used in folk medicine. comfrey, n Latin name: Symphytum officinale; parts used: leaves, roots; uses: wound healing, antiinflammatory for bruises and sprains; precautions: pregnancy, lactation, children; external use only; do not use for more than 6 weeks a year; can cause hepatotoxicity, nausea, liver adenoma. Also called black root, blackwort, boneset, bruisewort, consound, gum plant, healing herb, knitback, knitbone, salsifly, slippery root, and wallwort. comfrey see symphytum. |
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Living mulch plants such as chamomile, valerian, comfrey, lemon balm, and mustards prefer shady niches under most trees. FDA Advises Dietary Supplement Manufacturers to Remove Comfrey Products from the Market [letter to industry]. I have things such as comfrey, which I use externally, that could be dangerous if taken internally. |
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