Curlycup gumweed
To make an of grindelia lotion use the aerial parts, leaves, stems and flowers, and infuse 1 ounce of plant material to 1 pint of water. Boil for 10 minutes to extract the healing properties. Strain out plant material and use the cooled liquid as a compress, or as the liquid portion of a lotion or cream. You can also use a 10% extract of grindelia in ointment, applied to the skin three times daily
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