Calendula: General Aspects, Applications, and Formulations in the Pharmaceutical Industry
Author(s): Molina Jorge Andrés Pacheco, Gutierrez Arlene Loría, Barrantes Jeimy Blanco, Brenes Daniela Matarrita, Muñoz Maripaz Santamaría, Redondo German Madrigal
Issue: Jul/Aug 2025 - Volume 29, Number 4
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Page(s): 301-309
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Abstract: Calendula plant has been used in traditional medicine for its purported healing properties in various ailments. These properties are due to different chemical components present in the plant, such as flavonoids and carotenoids. In this review, articles from 2011 to 2023 were surveyed to determine important phytochemicals present in calendula, as well as the parts of plant where each of these predominate. The pharmacological effects are attributed to constituents of calendula, and their use in formulations are described to show potential of calendula as a therapeutic agent.