The common names of Symphytum are Comfey, Knitbone,
Knitback, Consoude and Consolida. It is usually found throughout
United Kingdom on the banks of the rivers. It is also a native of United States and Asia. This remedy was introduced by Croserio. The mother
tincture is prepared from the root and dilution from it.
Symphytum has an action on the bones and periosteum, the
result of traumatism also in non-union of fractures. It is also
recommended in gastralgia, gastric and duodenal ulcers. Soreness and
pricking pains of the joints and knees.
