Vernacular Names & Parts Used

Marigold Petals Powder, botanically identified as Tagetes Erecta, is traditionally known as Marigold Petals, Genda Patra, Calendula Petals, and African Marigold Flowers in Ayurvedic texts and regional practice. The mature flower petals are carefully harvested, cleaned, shade-dried, and finely powdered to retain their natural color, aroma, and medicinal properties.

Ayurvedic Properties & Common Uses

In Ayurveda, Marigold petals are described as possessing Tikta (bitter) and Kashaya (astringent) rasa, with Sheeta virya, traditionally associated with Pitta-Kapha balancing properties. Classical references highlight Marigold petals for skin care, anti-inflammatory applications, detoxification, and as a soothing ingredient in herbal formulations.

Marigold Petals Powder is widely used as a raw material for Ayurvedic pharmaceutical preparations, herbal cosmetics, herbal tonics, and traditional herbal industries. Due to its delicate botanical nature, careful processing, proper dosage, and expert supervision are recommended for effective and safe use.