Marigold
It has pale-green
leaves and
golden orange flowers. They are an unusually a "hardy" plant and can
flourish
in mild to cooler temperatures, as long as adequate sunlight is given.
Marigold is also known by the names Pot Marigold, Mary Gowles, Mary
Bud,
Calendula, Holigold, and Golds. A yellow dye has also been
extracted
from the flower, by boiling.
Medical
Uses
Skin Rashes and
warts removal
treatment and bee and wasp stings pain reducing: Rubbing the leaves or
flowers to release the saps on the affected area. Also adding to a warm
or hot bath and soaking the skin. Weak solution can be used on babies’
rashes but great care not to allow baby to drink. A tincture made from
the flowers and leaves, and applying drops on the affected skin is also
very good. Adults can eat the leaves as a salad. Although is generally
used externally.
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