Description
Tagetes minuta (also called Mexican Marigold, among many other common names) is an annual herb that grows up to 1 meter in height. It is native to Mexico and is found in dry grasslands and scrublands.
Uses & Benefits
Tagetes minuta is a popular ornamental plant, often used in flower beds and gardens. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments such as headaches, colds, and skin conditions.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Tagetes minuta is yellow, with five petals and a long calyx. The seed is small and black, with a white coating. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.
Where to Find Tagetes minuta
Tagetes minuta is native to Central and South America. It can be found in the wild in Mexico, Guatemala, Honduras, Nicaragua, Costa Rica, Panama, Colombia, Venezuela, Ecuador, Peru, Bolivia, and Argentina.