Associations to the word «Calendula»

Pictures for the word «Calendula»

Wiktionary

CALENDULA, proper noun. A taxonomic genus within the family Asteraceae   — the calendulas, often called marigolds.
CALENDULA, noun. (botany) Any plant of the genus Calendula, with yellow or orange flowers, often called marigolds.
CALENDULA OFFICINALIS, proper noun. A taxonomic species within the family Asteraceae   — pot marigold.

Dictionary definition

CALENDULA, noun. 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.

Wise words

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