calendula

Noun

Meaning

A genus of composite herbaceous plants. One species, Calendula officinalis, is the common marigold, and was supposed to blossom on the calends of every month, whence the name.

Source: Webster's dictionary

Synonyms

marigold caledonia buttercup herb bloom calender calendar blow flower blossom bouquet caledonian calendrical black-eyed Susan calendric
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Antonyms

negligence forgetfulness inattention rashness daydreaming

Hypernyms

flower

Hyponyms

pot marigold Calendula officinalis ruddles common marigold Scotch marigold

Examples

Calendula (also called the pot marigold) is grown commercially for herbal teas and the potpourri industry. Source: Internet

Calendula, a type of flower, has many uses beyond tea, including soap and lip balm. Source: Internet

ATTRACT beneficial insects and pollinators to your garden by planting swaths of aster calendula, California poppy, fennel and Queen Anne's lace. Source: Internet

Calendula ointment is considered by some to be especially good for severe burns with blistering. Source: Internet

I'm not rushing off with my calendula diaper ointment and talk of half-cocked. Source: Internet

Key components: Calendula or pot marigold (Calendula officinalis) is a storehouse of medicinal substances. Source: Internet

Close letter words and terms

calendrics calendry calends Calendula officinalis calendulin calenduloside