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Calendula officinalis
Found this one in the botanical garden, but it's abundant all over the area, especially in gardens and along roadsides.
Grows well on porous, nutrient rich soil.
It has a variety of medicinal uses, i.e. it is known for its antiseptic properties.
Spotted on May 31, 2011
Submitted on Jun 13, 2011
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