Flora Friday - Marigold

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Hello all!! This week's Flora Friday is Marigold!!



Marigold (Tagetes) is the English name for several groups of flowers that belong to the Asteraceae family. I have determined that the specific pictured Marigold is Tagetes Erecta. Other names for Marigold and Tagetes Erecta include:

- French Marigold
- Aztec Marigold
- African Marigold
- Gemitir
- Tall Marigold
- Seurunè
- American Marigold
- Big Marigold
- Saffron Marigold
- Kenikir Bau
- گیندا (Urdu - Translation - ball)
- गेंदा फूल (Genda Phool - Hindi for Marigold)
- झेंडू (Jhēndū - Marathi for Marigold)
- బంతి (Banti - Telugu - Translation - ball)
- Mexican Marigold
- Cempazúchitl or Cempasúchil
- Mary's Gold



Where To Find

Some Marigolds are native to the Americas, specifically South America and some Southwestern US states. Other species are native to other parts of the world (it would take a while to list everything) and there are some species that have been able to naturalise to other parts of the world although most of these are hybrid species, some of which were developed in France.




Edible Parts

Some species of Marigolds are edible!! Of the edible species, the leaves and petals can be eaten either by themselves or added as a garnish or filler to a dish. Dried petals can also be made into a tea. 



 Please check with an expert before consuming as the none edible species are poisonous, note that it will not drastically effect humans unless consumed in large quantities or you are allergic! 




Medicinal Uses

As long as it's an edible species, Marigold can help with:

- Healing skin
- Reducing eye infections
- Sore throats
- Lowering fevers
- Headaches
- Reducing swelling
- Menstrual pains/cramps
- Improving circulation
- Building the immune system

Marigolds are antiseptic and anti-inflammatory however, do not consume while pregnant as it can induce labour unless instructed by your doctor!




Magical Uses

In magical practices, Marigold is used for:

- Protection
- Prophetic dreaming
- Rebirth
- Resurrection
- Spirit offerings
- Justice
- Happiness
- Preventing the Evil Eye
- Love
- Reinvigorating relationships
- Offerings to Deities
- Offerings to those who have passed on





Marigolds were regarded as a flower of the Dead to the pre-hispanic civilisations of Mexico and are still used in Day of the Dead celebrations.




Victorian Flower Language

In Victorian Flower Language, Marigolds symbolise grief. Sent with Willow signifies grief at loosing a loved one and sent with Rue shows that you wish to apologise for any pain you've caused.






This blog is for educational purposes only, consult local experts if you're unsure. Consult your doctor before trying home remedies!



I hop you've enjoyed this post!! 


I would also like to say that tomorrow will be an extremely stressful day for me and I'm still not fully recovered from my chest infection so, there will be no post on Saturday.



Blessings,

C )0(

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