Calendula officinalis (Calendula officinalis)

Other names: Marigold, English Marigold

Calendula officinalis, sometimes called Marigold or English Marigold, is a highly prized medicinal and aromatic plant native to southern Europe. It is known for its distinctive golden orange flowers that appear when the sun reaches its zenith, which is one of the reasons it is called the "sun girl" in some cultures. Marigold is a favourite in many gardens due to its beautiful flowers, but also due to its important medicinal properties, which are used all over the world.

Calendula flowers are harvested and used in a variety of products such as soap, cream, ointment, oil and other beauty products. Calendula oil is mainly used for soothing and restoring the skin, for example for irritation or sunburn. Marigold ointment is traditionally used for minor wounds, scratches, burns, eczema or acne. Calendula soap has a cleansing and soothing effect and is also suitable for sensitive skin. One of the most well-known applications of calendula is in the form of tea, which is used for digestive problems, gynaecological problems and also promotes wound healing. Calendula is therefore an indispensable ingredient in many cosmetic and medicinal products due to its versatile properties.