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Calendula arvensis Field marigold (1 Page of 5) The Calendula arvensis plant species is found in Europe. A garden escape in Britain[17]. It is a member of the Compositae family. Common gardeners may know the plant as Field marigold. Cultivation | Propagation | General Uses Medicinal | Edible Uses Latin Name: Calendula arvensis Common Name: Field marigold Family: Compositae Author: L. Known Hazards: None known Mature Height: 0.3 Mature Width: Habitat: Fields, vineyards and waste ground[89].
Edible Uses: Young shoots and leaves - raw or cooked[105, 177, 183, 217]. The leaves are very rich in vitamins and minerals, they are similar to Taraxacum officinale (Dandelion) in nutritional value[179].
Flower heads - pickled[177, 183].
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