Definition of: calendula

(kə·len′j·lə) noun
1. Any of a small genus (Calendula) of annual or perennial herbs of the composite family, the pot marigolds, having alternate entire leaves, and heads of yellow or orange flowers.
2. The dried florets of this plant, containing a bitter principle used to promote the healing of wounds. [<NL, dim. of calendae calends; because it blooms almost every month]