Scientific Name
Calendula arvensis L.
Synonyms
Family
Asteraceae
Local Name
Gul-e-Ashrafi Dasi
Habit Habitat
A branched leafy low growing annual herb, up to 50cm tall, found in sub-tropical zone.
Taxonomic Features
Leaves simple, lanceolate, rough, alternate and hairy. Inflorescence a capitulum, terminal. Flower 1-3cm in diameter, heterogamous, orange-yellow. Ray and disc florets are orange-yellow. Fruit an achene, curved.
Flowering Fruiting
March- April
Harvesting Time
March-May
Medicinal Value
It treats ulcers and stimulates bile flow, useful in face creams, oil treats skin problems. It has antifungal, antibacterial and antiseptic properties. Locally dry powder is used in wound healing and athlete's foot disease.
Parts Used
Whole plant
Future Prospective
Conservation, Cultivation, Cosmetic, Herbal Pharmacy.
Plant Images
Calendula arvensis L.