Herb Profile: Marigold

Marigold

Tagetes

The marigold flower, known as the “flower of the dead” in Mexico, was cultivated by ancient Aztecs and modern Mexicans to be used in the annual Day of the Dead ceremony. The flowers are medicinal and used to support healthy digestion and immunity. The flowers are also used as a natural plant dye, producing a yellow and orange dye. 

Preparations: 

Marigold for plant dye

Ingredients:

  • Dried marigold flowers
  • Cellulose (ex: cotton) or protein (ex: silk) fabric
  • Mordant 
  • Pot for dye or steam bath 
  • Tongs 

Check out this article on using marigold flowers to dye natural fabric.

-Source Gaia Herbs

 


  

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