Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
candidissima
ID:
64250

Status:
valid

Authors:
Willd. ex Spreng.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1826

Citation Micro:
Syst. Veg. 3: 593 (1826)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000063579

Common Names

  • Anthemis candidissima
  • Anthemis Candidissima
  • Anthemis Candidissima

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Synonyms

  • Anthemis peregrina M.Bieb. [unknown]
  • Anthemis pterygantha K.Koch [unknown]
  • Anthemis chamomilloides Steven ex M.Bieb. [unknown]
  • Anthemis armeniaca Freyn & Sint. [unknown]

Description

Anthemis candidissima (also called White Chamomile, among many other common names) is a perennial plant of the Asteraceae family. It has a basal rosette of leaves, and an erect stem with white flowers. It is native to Europe, North Africa and temperate Asia, and is found in grasslands, meadows, and other disturbed habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Anthemis candidissima is used in traditional medicine for treating skin diseases, as a diuretic, and as an antispasmodic. It is also used in landscaping as an ornamental plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Anthemis candidissima is a white, daisy-like flower with a yellow center and white petals. The seed is a small, round capsule containing several small, black seeds. The seedlings are small, with thin, lance-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Anthemis candidissima is a perennial plant that is best propagated by seed. It can be sown in spring or autumn in a well-drained soil in a sunny position. It can also be propagated by division in spring.

Where to Find Anthemis candidissima

Anthemis candidissima is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in countries such as Spain, Portugal, Italy, and Greece.

Anthemis candidissima FAQ

What is the scientific name of Anthemis candidissima?

Anthemis candidissima

What is the common name of Anthemis candidissima?

White Chamomile

What type of plant is Anthemis candidissima?

Herbaceous perennial

Species in the Anthemis genus

Anthemis retusa, Anthemis auriculata, Anthemis mauritiana, Anthemis hamrinensis, Anthemis rosea, Anthemis rascheyana, Anthemis fruticulosa, Anthemis scariosa, Anthemis monilicostata, Anthemis pungens, Anthemis arenicola, Anthemis hirtella, Anthemis cupaniana, Anthemis stiparum, Anthemis kruegeriana, Anthemis laconica, Anthemis adonidifolia, Anthemis brachycarpa, Anthemis arvensis, Anthemis pedunculata, Anthemis muricata, Anthemis maris-mortui, Anthemis tricolor, Anthemis davisii, Anthemis bushehrica, Anthemis rigida, Anthemis austroiranica, Anthemis orientalis, Anthemis aaronsohnii, Anthemis pseudocotula, Anthemis werneri, Anthemis maritima, Anthemis iranica, Anthemis gayana, Anthemis filicaulis, Anthemis rhodensis, Anthemis cornucopiae, Anthemis cretica, Anthemis microcephala, Anthemis atropatana, Anthemis adulterina, Anthemis calcarea, Anthemis corymbulosa, Anthemis aetnensis, Anthemis gharbensis, Anthemis cuneata, Anthemis trotzkiana, Anthemis melanacme, Anthemis virescens, Anthemis kurdica,

Species in the Asteraceae family

Aaronsohnia pubescens, Aaronsohnia factorovskyi, Abrotanella filiformis, Abrotanella rostrata, Abrotanella linearis, Abrotanella trilobata, Abrotanella muscosa, Abrotanella inconspicua, Abrotanella trichoachaenia, Abrotanella caespitosa, Abrotanella nivigena, Abrotanella pusilla, Abrotanella linearifolia, Abrotanella papuana, Abrotanella rosulata, Abrotanella emarginata, Abrotanella fertilis, Abrotanella spathulata, Abrotanella purpurea, Abrotanella patearoa, Abrotanella submarginata, Abrotanella diemii, Abrotanella scapigera, Abrotanella forsterioides, Acamptopappus shockleyi, Acamptopappus sphaerocephalus, Acanthocephalus benthamianus, Acanthocephalus amplexifolius, Acanthocladium dockeri, Acanthodesmos distichus, Acanthodesmos gibarensis, Acanthospermum humile, Acanthospermum consobrinum, Acanthospermum glabratum, Acanthospermum microcarpum, Acanthospermum hispidum, Acanthospermum australe, Acanthospermum lecocarpoides, Acanthostyles buniifolius, Acanthostyles saucechicoensis, Achillea buiana, Achillea conrathii, Achillea cucullata, Achillea styriaca, Achillea clavennae, Achillea cappadocica, Achillea huber-morathii, Achillea ptarmicoides, Achillea sieheana, Achillea barrelieri,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record gcc-20547: Based on the initial data import
Kurt Polycarp Joachim Sprengel (1766-1833): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Spreng.' in the authors string.
Carl Ludwig Willdenow (1765-1812): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Willd.' in the authors string.