Calendula officinalis L.

FamilyAsteraceae
Common nameCalendula
Part usedFlowers

Herbarium

Calendula

Calendula officinalis

Golden petals with a mild, slightly bitter taste that add color to the blend.

Aroma and flavor

The dried flowers are used, an intense orange. Their flavor is mild and herbal, slightly bitter, and their most visible contribution is color.

How to use it in mate

A pinch of petals in the yerba or in an herb blend adds a touch of color and a delicate flavor.

Goes well with

Chamomile, lemon verbena and citrus peels.

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