Tara Westover

My brother once lit his leg on fire. And after, when the fire was finally out, his leg was covered in third-degree burns. And we made the decision - or my parents did - not to take him to the hospital but to treat that at home with a salve my mother made of comfrey and lobelia.

American Historian

Comfrey is often recognized for its healing properties, especially in herbal medicine contexts.

Medicinal Use

The word 'comfrey' is commonly used among gardeners and appears in horticultural discussions.

Gardening Context

Comfrey has different species, which could change its appearance and the conditions it might be used for.