Marigold essential oil is extracted with steam distillation method of the flowers of Marigold plant. The flowers are bright orange in color which belongs to the sunflower family. The stems, leaves and blossoms of this plant are used for its medicinal properties in various cultures. It is used to treat various ailments. The tea made with leaves is an effective treatment for indigestion, parasites and microbes. The flower petals possess anti-inflammatory properties. It is a tonic that aids weeping wounds, treat boils, athlete’s foot, calluses and skin infections. It is also commonly known as Calendula, Little calendar, Aztec marigold, African marigold and Mexican Marigold.

History

Marigold is inherent to South and Central America (especially Mexico). Then it was spread in 16th century to the various parts of the world. In 16th century, it got introduced to Spain and was widely known in Southern Europe.

Health Benefits of Marigold essential oil

Marigold scientifically known as Tagetes Minuta belongs to Compositae family. Marigold essential oil possess sweet, strong, fruity and citrus like aroma and widely used to treat foot problems and infections.

1. Antiparasitic effect

Marigold essential oil helps to eliminate fleas, mosquitoes, bed bugs and lice from the human body. It also neutralizes the effects of stings and bites.

2. Prevent microbe growth

Marigold essential oil prevents the microbe growth in the body and its infections as well. It also cures dermatitis, skin ailments, malaria, typhus, tetanus, septic, cholera, athlete’s foot, food poisoning which are caused by protozoa, fungi and bacteria.

3. Prevent infection

It prevents the infection caused by Staphylococcus Aureus that could be fatal and dangerous that could lead to the symptoms such as extreme spasms, convulsions, swelling with redness, muscular contractions, insanity and immobility of limbs.

4. Antibiotic property

The antibiotic property in Marigold essential oil prevents the growth of fungi, bacteria and protozoa. It is helpful for ulcers, open sores, rotten wounds and gangrene. It also prevent maggots growth in wounds.

5. Relaxant properties

It possesses relaxant properties that relaxes spasms and relieve diarrhea, coughs, convulsions and cramps.

6. Disinfectant properties

Marigold essential oil possesses anti-parasitic, antimicrobial and antibiotic properties. The external use of this essential oil cures infection of the body. It prevents airborne diseases such as mumps, common cold, pox, measles etc.

7. Lower inflammation

It has sedative property that helps to lower inflammation, irritation in nervous, digestive, neurotic, excretory systems, afflictions, convulsions, depression, stress, panic, anger and hyper reactions.

Traditional uses

• It helps to treat scars, eczema, rashes, cracked skin, viral infections and inflammation.
• It promotes respiratory health by facilitating decongestion in case of flu and cold.
• Topically, it is used in bath, diffuser or directly inhaled.
• Combined a few drops of Tagetes oil to treat corms, bunions and soften calluses.
• The symptoms of flu and cold could be soothed by adding a drop of Tagetes oil to the bathwater.
• Add several drops of Tagetes oil, it provides relief from coughing spasms and also dilate bronchial passages.
• It is used for whooping cough, colic, mumps and colds.
• It also cures skin ailments.

Precautions                                                                                                 

• Pregnant women should avoid it.
• Use with a consultancy of health practitioner.
• Perform a patch test for use.

Other Facts        

• It is used for manufacturing perfumes.
• It blends well with marjoram, calendula, lavender, lemon, bergamot, grapefruit, frankincense, myrrh, thyme and geranium.
• It is used to treat skin infections, weeping wounds, calluses, boils and Athlete’s foot.
• It is also used in salves, lotions, personal care products and natural cosmetics.

Marigold essential oil facts

Marigold essential oil facts and benefits Quick Facts
Name:	Marigold essential oil facts and benefits
Origin	Marigold is inherent to South and Central America (especially Mexico). Then it was spread in 16th century to the various parts of the world. In 16th century, it got introduced to Spain and was widely known in Southern Europe.
Colors	Dark greenish to brown
Health benefits	Anti-parasitic effect, Prevent microbe growth, Prevent infection, Antibiotic property, Relaxant properties

Name	Marigold essential oil facts and benefits
Scientific Name of Marigold plant	Tagetes minuta
Native	Marigold is inherent to South and Central America (especially Mexico). Then it was spread in 16th century to the various parts of the world. In 16th century, it got introduced to Spain and was widely known in Southern Europe.
Common names of Marigold oil	Tagetes Essential Oil
Common/English Name of Marigold plant	Calendula, Little calendar, Aztec marigold, African marigold, Mexican Marigold
Name in Other Languages of Marigold plant	Hindi: Gainda, Genda Phool, Genda; Gujarathi: Galaghoto; Bengali: Genda; Marathi: Ghenda; Kannada: Chenduhoovu, Chendu huvu; Telugu: Banti Puvuu; Malayalam: Chendu malli; Nepalese: Sayapatri; Parsi: Gulhazara;
Extraction method	Steam distilled
Part of plant used	Bright orange flowers
Color	Dark greenish to brown
Flavor/aroma	Floral
Scent	Fresh, fruity, herbaceous
Health Benefits	Anti-parasitic effect Prevent microbe growth Prevent infection Antibiotic property Relaxant properties Disinfectant properties Lower inflammation
Traditional uses	It is a treatment for scars, eczema, rashes, cracked skin, viral infections and inflammation. It is used in bath, diffuser or inhaled directly. It is a cure for corms, bunions and softens calluses. It is used in bathwater to treat the symptoms of flu and cold. It provides relief from coughing spasms and bronchial passages. It also treats whooping cough, colic, mumps, skin ailments and colds.
Precautions	Avoid it by pregnant women. Consult with health practitioner. Perform a patch test for use.
Other Facts	It is used in perfumes as well. It is blended with marjoram, calendula, lavender, lemon, bergamot, grapefruit, frankincense, myrrh, thyme and geranium. It is a cure for skin infections, weeping wounds, calluses, boils and Athlete’s foot. It is used in salves, lotions, personal care products and natural cosmetics.