Botanical Name:
Calendula officinalis
General Description/History:
Calendula is a member of the daisy or aster family, and are known for their bright orange coloured flowers. They are very popular garden plants and have a long history as an herbal remedy.
As a cut flower they are commonly grown in the field. It is most commonly grown in the hills east of Melbourne and west of Sydney.
Common Names:
Marigold
Stem Length:
30 to 60 cm
Country Of Origin:
Mexico, Central America, Mediterranean
Available Colours:
Orange, Yellow
Availability Southern Hemisphere:
What to look for:
- Flowers should be open or half-open and brightly coloured;
- Avoid wilted bunches;
- ?Avoid bunches with wilted or yellow leaves.
Flower Care:
1. Keep cool whenever possible.
2. Break bunches apart.
3. Strip leaves from the bottom half of each stem and wash stem ends thoroughly.
4. Recut at least 2 cm off each stem and place in cold water immediately.
5. A preservative is essential.
6. Replace vase water every day as they are thirsty flowers.
Interesting Facts about this Flower:
The ointment of this herb is thought to cure a range of skin problems from burns to acne.
