What is Comfrey?
Comfrey, also known as knitbone, boneset, or common comfrey, is a perennial herb with turnip-like roots, and hairy, broad leaves. The plant bears bell-shaped flowers, from white to pink or purple in color. It is commonly used for medicinal purposes, but is also popular in organic gardening for its use as a fertilizer. Native to Europe, comfrey prefers to grow in damp and grassy areas. It is widely found in the British Isles, growing along ditches and riverbanks. It is fast growing and produces large amount of foliage during the spring and summer. Mature plants can be harvested up to five times per year. In herbal medicine, comfrey is known as an herb that can offer therapeutic benefits, but at the risk of liver toxicity. Taking any part of the plant internally may cause liver damage. In 2001, the United States Food and Drug Administration (FDA) issued a warning against its internal use. It should only be consumed under a doctor’s supervision for short periods of time. The herb is consi
