Marigold is the common name of Tagetes species, from Compositae family.
Also known as: french marigold (tagets patula), african marigold (tagetes erecta).
Vibrant flowers of marigold
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Features of Marigold
Height to 8-16 inches. Spread to 8-12 inches. Zone 9. Half-hardy annual
cream-colored, brown seed.
pinnate, toothed, pungent, linear leaf.
large, pungent, yellow or orange flower in summer and autumn.
Growing Marigold
- growth: Can be grown as an indoor pot-plant.
- transplant: 12 inches apart.
- trimming: deadhead flowers to prolong flowering.
Using Marigold
Cosmetic
Perfume
Essential oil used in perfumes.
Decorative
Decorative
Long lasting cut flowers. (Use flower)
Household
Dye
Boil for an yellow dye. (Use flower)
Fragrance
Add to potpourri. (Use leaf, flower)
Gardening
Root secretion protects the soil against roundworms and some slugs. (Use root)
Gardening
Keep white flies away from tomato plants.
Medicinal
Medicine
Used to treat digestive disorders.
Traditional Remedies
Traditional remedies may or may not be supported by scientific evidences.
Cautions
- Please consult with your doctor before using marigold for health related purposes.
Notes
Do not confuse Marigold (Tagetes genus) with Calendula, which is sometimes called Pot Marigold.
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