Plant Details

Calendula officinalis

Marigold, Pot marigold

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General Information

Scientific name: Calendula officinalis
Also known as: Marigold, Pot marigold

Plant Properties

Layer: Herbaceous
Size: Small
Height: 0.60 m
Width: 0.50 m
Growth Rate: None
Leaf: None

Growth conditions

USDA Hardiness: 2-11
Soil Moisture:
Moist
Soil:
Sand (light) Loam (medium) Clay (heavy)
pH:
Acidic Neutral Alkaline
Light:
Partial shade, Full sun

Usage properties

Edible part:
kleur, Tea, Leaves, Flowers
Edibility:
(3)
Medicinal:
(5)
Features:
Cosmetic use, Dye, Essential oil, Repellent, Bee forage, Fragrant

Description

Leaves: raw. The leaves have a sweet taste followed by a strong, salty flavor. They are high in vitamins and minerals, similar to dandelion leaves. Fresh petals can be chopped and added to salads. Dried petals have a more concentrated taste and are used as a seasoning in soups, pastries, and so on. The flowers are rich in vitamins A and C and can be used to obtain an edible yellow dye or as a saffron substitute. They can also be used to add golden tones to brown hair when rinsing/washing the hair. Petals and leaves can be used to brew tea, with the petals providing a less bitter taste.

Harvest Data

Start Harvest: 15/06
End of Harvest: 30/09