field marigold
Definition
Noun: 1. A European herb (Calendula arvensis) with bright yellow or orange flowers, commonly found growing as a weed in cultivated fields, especially grain fields.
Usage
The term "field marigold" is used specifically to refer to the wild plant species Calendula arvensis. It is a common name used in botany, gardening, and agriculture to distinguish this wildflower from the more familiar garden marigolds (genus Tagetes).
Examples
- Noun:
- The field marigold added a splash of color to the edge of the wheat field.
- Despite being considered a weed, the field marigold has some medicinal uses similar to its cultivated relative, the pot marigold.
Advanced Usage
- In botanical context: The name precisely identifies the species within the genus .
- Calendula arvensis, commonly known as the field marigold, is a member of the daisy family.
Variants and Related Words
- Pot marigold (): The closely related, cultivated species often grown in gardens for its ornamental and herbal properties.
- Corn marigold: A common name sometimes used interchangeably, though it can also refer to other similar field flowers.
Synonyms
- Wild marigold
- Calendula (This is the genus name and can be used generally, though it is less specific.)
Notes on Meaning
The term "field marigold" refers exclusively to the plant itself. It is not typically used in idiomatic expressions or phrasal verbs. Its primary meaning is botanical.
Noun
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European herb with bright yellow flowers; a common weed in grain fields
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