There are about 20 species of plants that are part of the Calendula family. But only Calendula officinalis, more commonly known as calendula, is used for medicines and as food.

Calendula officinalis is a member of the daisy (Asteraceae) family and originates from southern Europe and the Mediterranean area, according to information from The University of Wisconsin Extension.

Mystery plants: Calendula, nemesia and diascia. February 7, 2022 at 7:42 a.m. ... Calendula officinalis, commonly called Pot Marigold is a cool season, short-lived annual for us.

Tea made from the Calendula officinalis plant is often applied externally to wounds and burns, or taken internally to heal tissues of the mouth, throat, and digestive tract. Nutrition Information ...

Calendula oil is a natural oil extracted from marigold flowers (Calendula officinalis). It’s often used as a complementary or alternative treatment. It may also be suitable for use as an antiseptic.

A new extract of the plant Calendula officinalis produces a dual in vitro effect: cytotoxic anti-tumor activity and lymphocyte activation. BMC Cancer . 2006;6:119-133.