Gnocchi is a Tagetes erecta, commonly called African marigold · Aztec marigold · big marigold.
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Gnocchi Tagetes erecta
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About this plant
Common name
African marigold · Aztec marigold · big marigold
Scientific name
Tagetes erecta
Sun
Full sun; tolerates light shade
Water
Moderate; water at base, drought-tolerant once established
Soil
Well-drained, moderately fertile; avoid rich soil
Nickname
Gnocchi
Pet safety
Generally mildly toxic if ingested; may irritate skin
Difficulty
Easy
Fun facts
- Despite being called "African marigold," it is native to Mexico; the name arose because the seeds reached Europe via North Africa.
- Its flowers are central to Día de los Muertos in Mexico, where their scent and color are believed to guide spirits home.
- Marigold petals are used as a natural yellow-orange dye and are fed to poultry to deepen egg yolk color.
- The roots release compounds that can suppress root-knot nematodes in soil, which is why marigolds are popular companion plants.
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