Daisy (Bellis perennis) — Common Daisy, English Daisy, BruisewortMateria MedicaDaisy is a low perennial of the Asteraceae family native to Europe and naturalized widely in temperate regions. The flowering plant has a long folk tradition in European herbalism as a vulnerary for bruises, swellings, and minor wounds. Historical sources including Gerard, Culpeper, and Parkinson describe its use for trauma, pain, and as a gentle tonic. Modern research remains limited to preclinical studies of antioxidant, antimicrobial, and wound-healing activity; clinical evidence is sparse.Actions & EnergeticsCooling and mildly astringent. Traditional actions include...
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