French marigold

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Definition

Noun: * A strongly scented, bushy annual plant (Tagetes patula) with orange or yellow flower heads that are often marked with red. It is native to Mexico and Guatemala.

Usage
  • The french marigold is commonly planted in gardens to deter pests with its distinctive scent.
  • She planted a border of french marigolds to add vibrant color to the vegetable patch.
Advanced Usage
  • In companion planting, the french marigold is valued for its ability to repel nematodes and other insects from nearby crops.
Variants and Related Words
  • Marigold (n): The common name for plants of the genus , which includes the french marigold and the African marigold ().
  • Tagetes patula (n): The botanical Latin name for the french marigold.
Synonyms
  • Tagetes patula (Scientific name)
Noun
  1. strong-scented bushy annual with orange or yellow flower heads marked with red; Mexico and Guatemala

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