any of numerous chiefly annual herbs of the genus Calendula widely cultivated for their yellow or orange flowers; often used for medicinal and culinary purposes
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calendula::noun | Spocien Dictionary
| Type | Words |
|---|---|
| Type of | flower |
| Has types | scotch marigold, common marigold, calendula officinalis, pot marigold, ruddles |
Examples of calendula
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Investigations into anticancer and antiviral actions of calendula are continuing.
From the orlandosentinel.com
Herbalists have used calendula as a soothing cure-all at least since Roman times.
From the kentucky.com
Calendula grows as a common garden plant throughout North America and Europe.
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Give him a spritz of a mixture of aloe vera juice, calendula and witch hazel.
From the washingtonpost.com
Colourful borders using large drifts of calendula and lobelia add continuity.
From the nzherald.co.nz
Pull the petals from a calendula flower head, left, to garnish salad or soup.
From the sfgate.com
Nevertheless, test tube studies have found antiviral activity for calendula.
From the orlandosentinel.com
Alyssum, calendula, cyclamen, pansies and stock survive a mid-20s dip without cover.
From the chron.com
Indoors, start aster, baby's breath, calendula, coleus and forget-me-nots.
From the sacbee.com
- Any of numerous chiefly annual herbs of the genus Calendula widely cultivated for their yellow or orange flowers; often used for medicinal and culinary purposes
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- An emollient believed to have healing, soothing and antiseptic properties. Used to treat dry skin.
- One of the top five healers and skin tonics aiding everything from acne and rosacea to eczema and psoriasis. ...
- Grief, jealousy. Also the birthflower for October.
- Used in fresheners, soothing creams, and sensitive skin products. Sometimes used in deodorants. Some adverse skin reactions have been reported in medical literature.
- Calendula (also known as pot marigold) is an herb with pretty golden flowers that are anti-inflammatory and healing. Infuse the calendula flowrs into a base of rich extra virgin olive oil to make a soothing calendula oil that can be used in healing massage oils, lotions, soaps and balms.
- Calendula is one of the best herbs for treating local skin problems. It may be used safely wherever there is and inflammation on the skin, whether due to infection or physical damage. It may be used for any external bleeding or wound, bruising or strains. ...
- (Marigold) Astringent, cleansing, anti-inflammatory, moisturizing, soothing, softening and an anti-oxidant.
