Jin Zhan Ju Hot Sale High Quality Dried Flowers Calendula Officinalis for Tea

Calendula officinalis L., a biennial herb of Compositae, is hairy. Leaves alternate, oblong. The flowers are yellow or orange yellow. The flowering period is from April to September and the fruiting period is from June to October. Like to grow in a mild, cool climate, afraid of heat, cold. It is native to southern Europe and the Mediterranean coast. Calendula is rich in vitamins, especially vitamin A and vitamin C, which can prevent pigmentation, enhance skin luster and elasticity, slow down aging, and avoid skin relaxation and wrinkle[ 1] Almost all parts can be eaten; The petals have the function of beauty. The petals contain carotenoids, lycopene, chrysanthin, volatile oil, resin, myxoid, malic acid, etc. The root contains bitter substance and kaempferol; The seeds contain glycerides, waxy alcohols and alkaloids. Put it in shampoo to lighten your hair. Ancient Egyptians believed that marigold could delay aging, while Indians revered it as a sacred flower. In the middle ages, marigold was used to cure the wounded and fight against plague and black death. 

Marigold is one of the most common herbaceous flowers in early spring gardens and cities. In the ancient West, it can be used as medicine or dye, also as cosmetic raw materials or food. Its leaves and petals can be eaten, so it can be used as decoration of dishes.