noun
marigold; pot marigold
Refers to the flowering plant Calendula officinalis, commonly grown in gardens and used in herbal remedies.
庭に金盞花が咲いている。
Marigolds are blooming in the garden.
キンセンカの花びらはハーブティーに使われる。
Marigold petals are used in herbal tea.
The name 金盞花 literally means 'golden cup flower', referring to the bright yellow or orange cup-shaped blossoms. The exact historical derivation is uncertain.