MarigoldTagetes erectaL.) Chrysanthemum genus annual herb, stems are upright, robust, with longitudinal fine ridges, branches spread horizontally upwards. Leaves pinnately divided; a few glands along the leaf margin.Capitate inflorescenceSingle flower; involucral bracts cup-shaped, with pointed teeth at the top; ligulate flowers yellow or dark orange; tubular flowers with a yellow corolla.Small SeedsLinear, base narrowing, black or brown, covered with short fine hairs; with 1-2 long bristles and 2-3 short and blunt scales on the冠毛.Bloom periodJuly-September.

Origin: Mexico. Distributed throughout various regions in China. Grows at altitudes ranging from 1,150 to 1,480 meters, often found alongside roads.MeadowMarigolds are commonly sown in spring due to their large flowers and long blooming period, making them ideal for landscaping in flower beds.