Explore Glebionis segetum (Corn Marigold) - its characteristics, habitat, cultivation, propagation, and functional uses and benefits.
Glebionis segetum | Botanical Characteristics
Common Names: Corn Marigold, Field Marigold
Family: Asteraceae
Appearance: An annual herb with bright yellow, daisy-like flowers and deeply lobed, green leaves.
Type: Annual
Evergreen / Deciduous: N/A
Layer: Herb
Root System: Fibrous roots
Height: Up to 0.8 meters
Width: Approximately 0.4 meters
Lifespan: One growing season
Growth Rate: Fast
Fertility: Self-fertile
Flowers: Hermaphroditic
Pollinator: Bees and other pollinators
Toxicity: Not known to be toxic
Glebionis segetum | Habitat and Cultivation
Range
Native Range: Europe, particularly in the Mediterranean region
Companionship: Often found in wildflower meadows and disturbed soils alongside other annuals
Invasive Range: Not widely reported as invasive
USDA Hardiness Zone: 6 - 9
Minimum Chill Hours Required: None specified
Resistance/Tolerance
Poor Soil: High tolerance
Drought: Moderate tolerance
Shade: Low tolerance
Flood: Low tolerance
Wind: High tolerance
Maritime: Moderate tolerance
Air Pollution: Moderate tolerance
Fire: Low tolerance
Thriving Conditions
Sun Exposure: Full sun to partial shade
Soil Moisture: Prefers moderately moist, well-drained conditions
Soil Type: Well-drained loamy or sandy soils
Soil PH: Prefers slightly acidic to neutral (6.0 - 7.5)
Propagation
Seeds: Propagates readily from seed; can self-seed under ideal conditions
Cuttings: Not typically used
Glebionis segetum | Functional Uses and Benefits
Edible: Flowers and young leaves are edible, often used as a garnish or in salads
Medicinal: Limited traditional medicinal uses; sometimes used for its mild sedative effects
Cosmetics: Not typically used in cosmetics
Animal Feed: Not typically used as animal feed
Fiber: Not used for fiber
Timber: Not used for timber
Firewood: Not typically used as firewood
Wind Break: Not typically used as a windbreak
Fence: Not typically used as a barrier plant
Cover Crop: Not used as a cover crop
Mulch: Not typically used as mulch
Nitrogen Fixer: No
Dynamic Accumulator: No significant data available
Pollinator Attractor: Attracts bees and other pollinators
Pest Repellent: Not typically known as a pest repellent
Wildlife Supporter: Provides nectar and pollen for insects and birds
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