Description
Calenduala officinalis, also known as “pot marigold”, is an herb in the Asteraceae family. The plant should not be confused with common garden flower marigolds of the genus Tagetes. Calendula’s bright yellow to deep orange flower petals are the primary source of its beneficial bioactive compounds, although the leaves and stems are also used. There are many species of Calendula, but C. officinalis is the only one that has a long history of traditional and modern clinical use for its health benefits.