Marigold


Marigold can be used against nematodes

Several species in the genus Tagetes are used as ornamental plants in gardens. Some species are grown for industrial purposes such as food colors, or for essential oils. Marigolds are also grown to deter insect pests and nematodes.

Names

Scientific
   Tagetes spp.
English
   Marigold
Dutch
   Afrikaantje
German
   Studentenblume

Taxonomy

Genus
   Tagetes
Family
   Asteraceae
Order
   Asterales

Crop categories

Essential oils
Botanical pesticides
Cut flowers
Ornamental plants
Tropical crops
Subtropical crops
Temperate crops

Pictures


Marigold can be used against nematodes


Marigold flower with a bee

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