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Pot marigold

Calendula officinalis

Not Evaluated

Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in diverse terrestrial habitats from tropical forests to temperate regions.

Widely distributed across Africa (Libya, Morocco), Asia (4 countries), Europe (28 countries), North America (Canada, Mexico, United States), Oceania and the Pacific (Australia), and South America (5 countries).

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Names in Other Languages

Spanish maravilhas
French Souci
German Echte Ringelblume
Portuguese belas-noites

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Pot marigold?
The scientific name of Pot marigold is Calendula officinalis. It belongs to the genus Calendula.
Where does Pot marigold live?
Pot marigold is found in Widely distributed across Africa (Libya, Morocco), Asia (4 countries), Europe (28 countries), North America (Canada, Mexico, United States), Oceania and the Pacific (Australia), and South America (5 countries).. Countries include Albania, Australia, Austria, Belgium, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Brazil, Canada, Chile, Colombia, Croatia.
What family does Pot marigold belong to?
Pot marigold (Calendula officinalis) belongs to the genus Calendula, which is part of the taxonomic family Asteraceae.
What kingdom does Pot marigold belong to?
Pot marigold (Calendula officinalis) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (Plants).
What are the closest relatives of Pot marigold?
The closest relatives of Pot marigold in the genus Calendula include Field marigold.

Native Range — 43 Countries

Genus Calendula — 2 Species

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Field marigold
Calendula arvensis
NE
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Pot marigold
Calendula officinalis
NE

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