calendula
/kəˈlɛndʒələ/
noun
- A bright yellow or orange flower, also known as pot marigold, often grown in gardens and used in herbal remedies or skin care products.
- The herbalist recommended a calendula cream to soothe the sunburn.
- Calendula petals are sometimes added to salads for a pop of color.
- She planted calendula along the edge of the vegetable garden to attract bees.
- A substance or product made from the calendula flower, especially an oil or ointment used for healing skin irritations.
- The pharmacy sells a calendula balm for diaper rash.
- This natural soap contains calendula, which is gentle on sensitive skin.
- I applied calendula to the small cut, and it healed quickly.
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