description Calendula Overview
Calendula usually refers to Calendula officinalis, commonly called pot marigold, an annual or short-lived herbaceous plant associated with southern Europe and the Mediterranean region. It bears daisy-like flower heads in yellow, orange, or cream shades and is grown in gardens as a cool-season ornamental. Calendula flowers and leaves have a history of culinary use, and the flower heads have traditionally been used in dyes and topical preparations. Traditional use does not by itself establish that a calendula product is medically effective or safe.
help Calendula FAQ
Why is Calendula called pot marigold if it is not Tagetes?
Pot marigold is Calendula officinalis, a different genus from Tagetes, the group that includes French and African marigolds. The two plants share the common word marigold because both have daisy-like heads.
Can calendula petals be added to a salad?
Calendula officinalis petals are edible and have a mildly peppery flavor. Use flowers grown without pesticides, and remove the bitter base of the petal if desired. [RHS](https://www.rhs.org.uk/plants/calendula)
Is calendula a true perennial?
Calendula officinalis is usually grown as an annual, but it can behave as a short-lived herbaceous perennial in mild climates. It is associated with southern Europe and the Mediterranean region.
How do gardeners keep Calendula officinalis flowering?
Give it a sunny position and remove spent flower heads regularly. Calendula produces yellow, orange, or cream daisy-like flowers and usually blooms through the warmer part of the growing season.
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