Status:
valid
Authors:
Boiss.
Source:
gcc
Year:
1849
Citation Micro:
Diagnoses Plantarum Orientalium Novarum ser. 1, 10 1849
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000037158
Common Names
- Calendula Palaestina
- Jerusalem Marigold
- Syrian Marigold
Description
Calendula palaestina (also called Palestine Marigold, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Asteraceae family. It is native to the Middle East, and is found in high-altitude grassland habitats. It is a herb, typically growing to heights of 0.3-0.6 m.
Uses & Benefits
Calendula palaestina is used as an ornamental plant, for medicinal purposes, and as a source of essential oils.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Calendula palaestina has small, yellow flowers with five petals and a short, thin tube. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings have thin, grass-like leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Calendula palaestina is an annual herb that can be propagated from seeds. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Seeds should be sown in spring or autumn and should be lightly covered with soil. It can be grown in containers or in the ground.
Where to Find Calendula palaestina
Calendula palaestina is native to the Mediterranean region. It can be found in dry, rocky, and sandy soils.
Calendula palaestina FAQ
What is the natural habitat of Calendula palaestina?
Calendula palaestina is found in the Mediterranean region.
What is the average height of Calendula palaestina?
Calendula palaestina typically grows to a height of 0.5 to 1.5 meters.
What is the flowering period for Calendula palaestina?
Calendula palaestina typically flowers from July to September.
Species in the Calendula genus
Calendula officinalis,
Calendula arvensis,
Calendula karakalensis,
Calendula arvensis,
Calendula palaestina,
Calendula meuselii,
Calendula lanzae,
Calendula pachysperma,
Calendula suffruticosa,
Calendula eckerleinii,
Calendula stellata,
Calendula tripterocarpa,
Species in the Asteraceae family
Aaronsohnia pubescens,
Aaronsohnia factorovskyi,
Abrotanella filiformis,
Abrotanella rostrata,
Abrotanella linearis,
Abrotanella trilobata,
Abrotanella muscosa,
Abrotanella inconspicua,
Abrotanella trichoachaenia,
Abrotanella caespitosa,
Abrotanella nivigena,
Abrotanella pusilla,
Abrotanella linearifolia,
Abrotanella papuana,
Abrotanella rosulata,
Abrotanella emarginata,
Abrotanella fertilis,
Abrotanella spathulata,
Abrotanella purpurea,
Abrotanella patearoa,
Abrotanella submarginata,
Abrotanella diemii,
Abrotanella scapigera,
Abrotanella forsterioides,
Acamptopappus shockleyi,
Acamptopappus sphaerocephalus,
Acanthocephalus benthamianus,
Acanthocephalus amplexifolius,
Acanthocladium dockeri,
Acanthodesmos distichus,
Acanthodesmos gibarensis,
Acanthospermum humile,
Acanthospermum consobrinum,
Acanthospermum glabratum,
Acanthospermum microcarpum,
Acanthospermum hispidum,
Acanthospermum australe,
Acanthospermum lecocarpoides,
Acanthostyles buniifolius,
Acanthostyles saucechicoensis,
Achillea buiana,
Achillea conrathii,
Achillea cucullata,
Achillea styriaca,
Achillea clavennae,
Achillea cappadocica,
Achillea huber-morathii,
Achillea ptarmicoides,
Achillea sieheana,
Achillea barrelieri,