Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
stellata
ID:
117165

Status:
valid

Authors:
Cav.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1791

Citation Micro:
Icon. i. 3. t. 5.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000116494



Common Names

  • Star Calendula
  • Star Marigold
  • Star Daisy


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Synonyms

  • Calendula spatulata Hoffmanns. [unknown]
  • Calendula vidalii Pau [unknown]
  • Calendula sicula Cirillo ex Balb. [unknown]
  • Caltha dentata Moench [unknown]
  • Calendula vidalii A.W.Hill [unknown]
  • Caltha stellata Moench [unknown]
  • Calendula asterias Fisch. & C.A.Mey. [unknown]
  • Calendula macroptera Rouy [unknown]
  • Calendula bicolor cossonii Quézel & Santa [unknown]
  • Calendula macroptera (Rouy) H.J.Cose [unknown]
  • Calendula vidalii Vidal y Lopez [unknown]
  • Calendula stellata stellata [unknown]
  • Calendula bicolor odettei Quézel & Santa [unknown]
  • Calendula bicolor faurelii Quézel & Santa [unknown]
  • Calendula sicula Poir. [unknown]
  • Calendula forskohleana hort. ex Steud. [unknown]
  • Calendula cornuta Poir. [unknown]

Description

Calendula stellata (also called Star Calendula, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant with yellow flowers and lanceolate leaves. It is native to the Mediterranean and is found in dry and rocky areas.

Uses & Benefits

Calendula stellata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is known for its medicinal properties and its ability to attract pollinators.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Calendula stellata is yellow and daisy-like. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have thin stems and small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Calendula stellata is a perennial herb native to Mexico and Central America. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and full sun to partial shade. It is tolerant of drought and can be grown in containers.

Where to Find Calendula stellata

Calendula stellata is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in dry grasslands, scrublands, and rocky areas.

Calendula stellata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Calendula stellata?

Calendula stellata

What is the common name of Calendula stellata?

Star Calendula

What is the natural habitat of Calendula stellata?

It is native to the Mediterranean region.

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,

References