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Marigold

Flower belonging to the Asteraceae family.

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A common garden flower belonging to the Asteraceae family. Known for its bright yellow, orange, or red flowers and fern-like foliage. Often used as an ornamental plant and for companion planting in gardens to deter pests.

Pronunciation

/ˈmærɪɡoʊld/

Etymology

From French 'marigold' and ultimately from Latin 'mare indicum', meaning 'Indian sea'.

Explain Like I’m 5

Marigolds are bright, cheerful flowers that gardeners often use to keep pests away from their vegetable gardens.

Fun Facts

Marigolds are sometimes called 'poor man's gold', What color are marigolds?:Orange, yellow, and red

FAQ

What family are marigolds in? Asteraceae, Are marigolds edible? Some varieties are, What do marigolds symbolize? Positivity and joy

Synonyms — Similar or Related Terms

Calendula pot marigold

Hypernyms — Broader Categories

Asteraceae flower

Hyponyms — Specific Examples

French marigold African marigold

Meronyms — Parts or Components

petal leaf stem

Holonyms — Wholes or Groups

garden flower bed

Indexes

flower ornamental plant plant

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