Is Marigold Toxic? The Latest Answer Is Here

Marigold is an annual herbaceous plant of the genus Tagetes in the Asteraceae family, also known as stinking marigold, honeycomb chrysanthemum, stinking chrysanthemum, thousand marigold, etc. It is native to Mexico and is now cultivated all over the world, usually sown in spring. Because of its large flowers and long flowering period, it is often used for flowerbed landscaping. Many friends worry that marigold is toxic. Let's take a look together below!

Is Marigold Toxic?

Marigold is non-toxic. Marigold is not only non-toxic, but can also detoxify. It is especially rich in lutein, which can both resist oxidation and provide beneficial pigment to the macular area of the eyes. It can filter blue light and has the effect of improving eyesight and clearing internal heat.

The Flowering Period of Marigold

Marigold is sown in the open field in April, and the flowering period is from June to October. At present, it is often used as an off-season flower supply. When cultivated in a greenhouse, the flowering period is extended, and it generally blooms 70-90 days after sowing.

The Effects and Functions of Marigold

[Source] The inflorescence of the Asteraceae plant marigold.

[Nature and Flavor] Cool in nature, bitter and slightly pungent in taste.

[Indications] Calms the liver and clears heat, dispels wind, and resolves phlegm. Treats dizziness and blurred vision, wind-fire eye pain, infantile convulsions, cold and cough, whooping cough, acute mastitis, and mumps.

[Usage] Internal use: decoct in water, 1-3 qian. External use: decoct in water for fumigation and washing.

1. To treat whooping cough: 15 honeycomb chrysanthemum flowers. Decoct in water and take with brown sugar.

2. To treat bronchitis: 1 liang of fresh honeycomb chrysanthemum, 3 qian of shui zhao yang, 2 qian of Aster tataricus. Decoct in water and take.

3. To treat mumps and mastitis: Grind honeycomb chrysanthemum, Chonglou, and honeysuckle into powder, mix evenly with rice vinegar, and apply externally to the affected area.

4. To treat toothache and eye pain: 5 qian of honeycomb chrysanthemum. Decoct in water and take. (Selected prescriptions from "Commonly Used Folk Herbal Medicines of Kunming")