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Calendula arvensis: Field Marigold

Calendula arvensis, commonly known as field marigold, is a flowering plant belonging to the daisy family (Asteraceae). It's known for its cheerful, sunny disposition, covering itself in yellow, daisy-like flowers.

Taxonomy and Nomenclature

• Scientific Name: Calendula arvensis L.
• Common Name: Field Marigold
• Family: Asteraceae (also known as Compositae)
• Synonyms: None explicitly stated, but be aware that plant classifications can change over time.

Distribution and Habitat

• Calendula arvensis is native to central and southern Europe.
• It is often found in fields, vineyards, and waste ground.

Considerations for Pets

• The text mentions that the stem of Calendula arvensis is hairy.

Considerations for Children

• The text mentions that the stem of Calendula arvensis is hairy.

Morphological Characteristics

• The plant can grow up to 35 cm tall.
• It is an annual wildflower.
• The stem of the plant is described as hairy.
• The flowers are yellow and daisy-like.

Traditional Uses

• The leaves have been used as a diaphoretic.
• The flowers are also cited to have similar therapeutic properties to the pot marigold, C. officinalis.

Ecological Role

• The plant is sometimes considered a common weed in grain fields.

Quirky Facts

• In Cyprus, Calendula arvensis is known as "Karagiozis" or "Kitrini Margarita."
• The plant has a sunny disposition.