aztec marigold
Definition
Noun: A stout, branching annual plant (Tagetes erecta) characterized by large, showy flower heads ranging in color from yellow to orange. It is native to Mexico and Central America.
Usage
This term is used specifically to refer to this species of marigold. It is a botanical name and is used in formal, horticultural, or descriptive contexts. * The Aztec marigold is a popular choice for autumn gardens due to its vibrant color. * In the florist's shop, a bouquet featured several Aztec marigolds.
Advanced Usage
- The term is often used in ethnobotanical contexts to discuss the plant's historical and cultural significance in pre-Columbian and modern Mexican traditions, such as the Day of the Dead ().
- The Aztec marigold, known as cempasúchil, is traditionally used to decorate altars during the Day of the Dead celebrations.
Variants and Related Words
- African marigold: A common name for the same species (), though it is not native to Africa.
- Big marigold: Another descriptive common name.
- Tagetes erecta: The scientific (Latin) name for the species.
Synonyms
- African marigold
- Big marigold
Related Phrases
- French marigold (): A related but different species of marigold, typically smaller and with more varied, often bi-colored flowers.
Noun
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a stout branching annual with large yellow to orange flower heads; Mexico and Central America
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