calendula

A noun referring to any of numerous chiefly annual herbs of the genus Calendula, widely cultivated for their yellow or orange flowers and often used for medicinal and culinary purposes.

• 🇩🇪Substantiv, das jede der zahlreichen, meist einjährigen krautigen Pflanzen der Gattung Calendula bezeichnet, die wegen ihrer gelben oder orangefarbenen Blüten weit verbreitet kultiviert und oft medizinisch und kulinarisch genutzt werden.

1. A flowering plant B2 formal

   Any of several annual plants of the genus Calendula, known for their bright yellow or orange flowers, often grown in gardens.

   • She planted calendula seeds in her garden for a splash of color.
   • The calendula flowers bloomed beautifully in the summer sun.
   • Calendula is a popular choice for borders and containers.

   🇩🇪Ringelblume

   Synonyme: marigoldpot marigold

2. Medicinal use B2 formal medical

   The flowers of the calendula plant, used in herbal medicine for their anti-inflammatory and healing properties.

   • Calendula cream is often applied to soothe minor burns and cuts.
   • Herbalists recommend calendula for its skin-healing benefits.
   • A tea made from calendula petals can help with digestive issues.

   🇩🇪Medizinische Verwendung

   Synonyme: common marigoldmarigoldpot marigold

3. Culinary use B2 informal culinary

   The petals of the calendula flower, sometimes used as a garnish or a substitute for saffron in cooking.

   • She sprinkled calendula petals over the salad for color.
   • Calendula can be used to give rice a golden hue.
   • The chef added calendula to the soup for a subtle flavor.

   🇩🇪Kulinarische Verwendung

   Synonyme: marigoldpot marigold

• calendulas plural form
• calendulas' possessive plural form
• calendula's possessive singular form