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Noun: calendula  ku'len-ju-lu
  1. Any of numerous chiefly annual herbs of the genus Calendula widely cultivated for their yellow or orange flowers; often used for medicinal and culinary purposes
    "Calendula petals are sometimes used to colour cheese"

Derived forms: calendulas

Type of: flower

Part of: genus Calendula

Encyclopedia: Calendula