Calendula: meaning, definitions and examples
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Calendula
[ kəˈlɛndjʊlə ]
plant, herb
Calendula, commonly known as pot marigold, is a flowering plant in the daisy family. It is often cultivated for ornamental purposes and has medicinal properties. Its vibrant orange and yellow flowers are edible and are used in salads and sometimes in herbal remedies.
Synonyms
golden glow, marigold, pot marigold.
Examples of usage
- I grew calendula in my garden for a splash of color.
- Calendula petals can be added to salads for a decorative touch.
- The calendula ointment helped with my skin irritation.
Translations
Translations of the word "Calendula" in other languages:
🇵🇹 calêndula
🇮🇳 गेंदे का फूल
🇩🇪 Ringelblume
🇮🇩 calendula
🇺🇦 календула
🇵🇱 nagietek
🇯🇵 マリーゴールド
🇫🇷 calendula
🇪🇸 caléndula
🇹🇷 tıbbi marigold
🇰🇷 금잔화
🇸🇦 مارغريت
🇨🇿 měsíček
🇸🇰 nechtík
🇨🇳 金盏花
🇸🇮 ognjič
🇮🇸 marigold
🇰🇿 календула
🇬🇪 კალენდულა
🇦🇿 kəndülə
🇲🇽 caléndula
Etymology
The term 'calendula' originates from the Latin word 'calendae', referring to the first day of the month. This association is likely due to the plant's habit of blooming on the first of every month. The name has been used in various ways to describe different species within the Asteraceae family, particularly those within the genus Calendula. The plant has been used in traditional medicine for centuries, particularly in Europe, for its anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties. It was widely cultivated by the Romans and has continued to be popular in gardens and herbal medicine practices throughout history. In various cultures, calendula has been associated with love, comfort, and protection, making it a favored flower in festivities and rituals.