Know Your Remedies: Bellis Perennis (Bell-p.)

Bellis perennis white daisies among the grass

Common Names: European daisy; English daisy; common daisy; lawn daisy.

General Information

Bellis Perennis (Bell-p.) is similar to Arnica montana (Arn.) in that it is a useful remedy for bruises, sprains, and injuries. The pains feel bruised and sore, and may be relieved by movement and rubbing the affected area. It’s a remedy to consider when Arnica fails to help.

Bell-p. is used for pain from trauma and bruising to the deeper tissues during surgery, especially of the abdomen and pelvic area, and aids in recovery. It’s also useful for swelling following injury or surgery, especially if Arnica montana hasn’t helped.

The person needing Bell-p. may experience ailments from rapid chilling by cold air, cold drinks, or getting wet, when hot. They may also crave pickled foods.

Abdomen and Pelvic Area

• Injury, surgical wounds, or abscesses of the abdomen or pelvic area.
• Soreness of the abdominal wall during pregnancy.
• Pain and injury of the pelvic organs following childbirth.

Female

• Types of dysmenorrhoea with intense sore, bruised pains.

Breast Problems

• Breast cancer following injury to the breast.

Musculoskeletal

• Bruising and haematomas following blows or injuries to the limbs.
• Sprains with bruising, stiffness and coldness.
• Types of rheumatism especially in older people and those who ‘overwork’.
• Injuries to the coccyx (tailbone).

Skin

• Abscesses with bruising or bruised, sore pains.

Where do I find it?

Bellis Perennis (Bell-p.) is available from our online store as a single remedy in either pills or liquid, and as part of the following Complexes (combination remedies): Bruises; Sprains and Strains.

Home Treatment Guidelines

Acute, Self-Limiting Conditions

Conditions like colds or minor injuries, which are short-term and typically improve on their own, can be managed at home with homeopathy. However, in emergencies or if symptoms worsen, contact your healthcare provider.

Chronic Conditions

These home treatment instructions do not apply for ongoing issues, whether mentioned above or not, like persistent allergies or chronic pain. You should consult a qualified homeopath for a personalized treatment plan to achieve the best results with homeopathy for chronic conditions.

How to Take the Remedy for Acute Conditions

  • Take one pill or five drops of the remedy. The frequency depends on symptom severity. As examples:
    • For life-threatening symptoms, take every 1 minute and seek emergency help immediately.
    • For mild symptoms, take every 4 hours.
  • Stop taking the remedy once you feel better. Resume if symptoms return.
  • If no improvement after four doses, choose a different remedy or consult a professional homeopath.
  • For more details on dosing, refer to: How Often to Dose with a 30C Homeopathic remedy.
  • For information on the different potencies, read: Guidelines on which potency to use