Calendula stellata (also known as Sicilian marigold)[2] is a species of annual flowering plant in the marigold genus Calendula, family Asteraceae.[3] It is native to northwestern Africa, Malta, and Sicily.[1][4] Flowering period is between January and April. Flowers are typically orange or yellow.[5]
| Calendula stellata | |
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| In bloom on Gran Canaria | |
Scientific classification  | |
| Kingdom: | Plantae |
| Clade: | Tracheophytes |
| Clade: | Angiosperms |
| Clade: | Eudicots |
| Clade: | Asterids |
| Order: | Asterales |
| Family: | Asteraceae |
| Genus: | Calendula |
| Species: | C. stellata |
| Binomial name | |
| Calendula stellata | |
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The Royal Horticultural Society considers it to be "highly attractive" and suitable for gardens in a Mediterranean climate.[4]