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cloth of gold
Scientific Name: Crocus angustifolius
Family: Iridaceae
Category: Monocot
Growth: Forb/herb
Duration: Perennial
Other Names:
Cloth of Gold
Cloth of gold is a fabric historically woven with gold threads. The term also refers to specific historical events and plant cultivars.
Note: This page discusses the historical fabric and related cultural events, as well as plant cultivars named "Cloth of Gold." It is important to note the difference. This information does not pertain to the toxicity or safety of the actual metal, gold.
Considerations for Pets
- When considering Achillea filipendulina 'Cloth of Gold', or Wallflower Cloth of Gold Plants, it is important to note that ingestion of any plant material may cause adverse effects in pets. Contact a veterinarian if you suspect ingestion.
Common Uses and Historical Significance
- Cloth of gold fabric has been used since remote times for weaving, either alone or with other fibers.
- The Field of the Cloth of Gold was a significant historical event, a meeting between King Henry VIII of England and King Francis I of France in June 1520.
Quirky Facts
- The Field of the Cloth of Gold meeting lasted for two and a half weeks.
Plant Cultivars Named "Cloth of Gold"
- Achillea filipendulina 'Cloth of Gold': A yarrow variety known for its flat, plate-like, mustard-yellow flower heads and finely-cut, ferny foliage.
- Wallflower Cloth of Gold Plants: A famous old Wallflower variety with rich, deep gold flowers and a delightful fragrance.
Where to Find More Information:
- Royal Horticultural Society (RHS): For information on Achillea filipendulina 'Cloth of Gold'.