Calendula (Pot Marigold)
FlowersPrincipiante

Calendula (Pot Marigold)

Calendula officinalis

Nombre Científico

Calendula officinalis

Familia

Asteraceae

Origen

Mediterranean region

Tipo

Annual

45-60 days

Usos Culinarios

Sabor: Slightly peppery, tangy, mildly bitter

  • Edible flower petals in salads
  • Natural food coloring (poor man's saffron)
  • Herbal teas
  • Rice and soup garnish
  • Infused oils

Calendario de Plantación

Sembrar en Interior

FebruaryMarch

Sembrar al Aire Libre

MarchAprilSeptember

Cosecha

MayJuneJulyAugustSeptemberOctober

Beneficios para la Salud

  • Renowned skin healing properties
  • Anti-inflammatory for wounds and burns
  • Antifungal and antibacterial
  • May soothe digestive issues
  • Traditional eye wash