Common Name: Aztec Marigold
Botanical Names:
- Tagetes Erecta 'Crackerjack'
Family: Asteraceae / Compositae
Other Names:
- African Marigold
- Genda
- Genda Phool
- Mexican Marigold
- Stinking Susie
Origin: Central America
Duration: Annual
Marigold, Aztec
The marigold flower is edible and packed with lutein and zeaxanthin which are antioxidants that can prevent damage to cells that lead to aging, and the progression and diseases like heart disease, cancer, type 2 diabetes, Alzheimer’s disease and age-related macular degeneration.
Marigold tea is a marvel for your eye health.
It is advised that you consult with your physician before taking any herbal medicine.