Calendula
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Calendula
Calendula
Calendulas, also known as pot marigolds, are cheerful flowers with bright orange and yellow petals! They bloom in spring and summer.
Habitat: Gardens and sunny areas
Appearance
The Calendula has vibrant orange or yellow daisy-like flowers with many petals radiating from a central disk. Its simple, oblong leaves are slightly hairy and grow on sturdy, branching stems, often forming a bushy mound.
KingdomPlantaePhylumMagnoliophytaClassMagnoliopsidaOrderAsteralesFamilyAsteraceaeGenusCalendula
Category
PlantsRarity
Common
Danger
1/5 · Very low
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Interesting facts
Ancient Egyptians thought calendula had magical rejuvenating powers!
It's called 'pot marigold' because it was often grown in cooking pots!
Some people say calendula flowers can predict rain if they stay closed in the morning!
You can eat its petals, adding a pop of color and mild flavor to salads!
Special abilities
Ability
Sun-Tracking Power
Calendula can turn its flowers to follow the sun, maximizing sunlight absorption for growth.
Ability
Self-Seeding Spreader
Calendula has unique curved seeds that easily disperse, helping new plants grow without human help.
Ability
Nature's Healer
Calendula contains special compounds that help soothe skin irritation and support natural healing.
Measurements & details
- Height
- 30-60 cm
- Spread
- 30-45 cm
- Flower Size
- 5-10 cm
- Bloom Season
- Spring to fall
- Edible
- Yes
- Toxicity
- None
- Lifecycle
- Annual
- Pollination Method
- Insect
Ecological connections
pollinates
Honey Bee
Apis mellifera
visits flowers for nectar and pollen
pollinates
Painted Lady Butterfly
Vanessa cardui
attracted to bright blooms for nectar
eaten by
Black Bean Aphid
Aphis fabae
can infest leaves and stems
eaten by
Garden Snail
Helix aspersa
may graze on young leaves
Traits
Annual
Annual plants complete their entire life cycle, from germination to seed production, within a single growing season.
Spring Blooming
Spring blooming plants produce their flowers during the spring season, often signifying the end of winter and the start of new growth.
Fragrant Flower
Fragrant flowers emit a pleasant aroma, often to attract pollinators or for defense.
Medicinal
Medicinal plants possess chemical compounds that can be used for therapeutic purposes to treat illnesses or maintain health.
Urban Friendly
This habitat trait indicates species that can coexist with humans in urban and suburban environments, utilizing man-made structures and green spaces.
Also known as
Pot Marigold
Collections
Safety
Danger
1/5 · Very low
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Frequently Asked Questions
How tall is Calendula?
30-60 cm
How wide does Calendula spread?
30-45 cm
How big are the flowers on Calendula?
5-10 cm
When does Calendula bloom?
Spring to fall
Is Calendula edible?
Yes
Is Calendula toxic?
None
What is Calendula's lifecycle?
Annual
How is Calendula pollinated?
Insect
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