Tagetes patula marigold is also known as

Correct option is D

✅ (d) French Marigold
· Tagetes patula is commonly known as French Marigold.
· These marigolds are smaller, bushier, and bloom profusely compared to African marigolds ( Tagetes erecta).
· Widely used for ornamental purposes and as companion plants.
❌ (a) Signet Marigold
· Signet Marigold refers to Tagetes tenuifolia, not Tagetes patula.
❌ (b) Brazil Marigold
· No such common name exists for Tagetes patula.
· Incorrect option.
❌ (c) African Marigold
· African Marigold refers to Tagetes erecta, a different species.
· Hence, wrong.