Status:
valid
Authors:
Boiss. & Hausskn.
Source:
gcc
Year:
1875
Citation Micro:
Fl. Orient. 3: 300 (1875)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000063763
Common Names
- Anthemis micrantha
- Small-flowered Chamomile
- Small Chamomile
Description
Anthemis micrantha (also called small-flowered camomile, among many other common names) is an annual or biennial herbaceous plant in the family Asteraceae. It has a branching stem, and grows up to 0.5 m tall. It is native to Europe, and is found in a variety of habitats, including grasslands, meadows, and disturbed areas.
Uses & Benefits
Anthemis micrantha is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating skin diseases, rheumatism, and stomach problems.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Anthemis micrantha is a small yellow daisy-like bloom with a white center. The seed is small and black, and the seedlings are thin and long with a yellowish-green color.
Cultivation and Propagation
Anthemis micrantha is an annual herb that can be propagated by seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate light frost. Water regularly during the growing season and fertilize with a balanced fertilizer once a month.
Where to Find Anthemis micrantha
Anthemis micrantha is found in the Mediterranean region, including parts of Spain, France, Italy, and Greece.
Anthemis micrantha FAQ
What is the scientific name of Anthemis micrantha?
Anthemis micrantha
What is the common name of Anthemis micrantha?
Small-flowered Chamomile
What is the natural habitat of Anthemis micrantha?
Dry, rocky slopes and roadsides
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,