Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
microsperma
ID:
122881

Status:
valid

Authors:
Boiss. & Kotschy

Source:
gcc

Year:
1856

Citation Micro:
Diagn. Pl. Orient. , ser. 2, 5: 108 (1856)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000122210

Common Names

  • Mayweed Chamomile
  • Stinking Chamomile
  • Small-seeded Chamomile

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Description

Anthemis microsperma (also called Small-seeded Chamomile, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to Europe and Asia. It has a basal rosette of leaves and white flower heads. It grows in grasslands, meadows, and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Anthemis microsperma is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating digestive and respiratory problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Anthemis microsperma has small white flowers with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Anthemis microsperma is a perennial plant that is best propagated by seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be grown in USDA Hardiness Zones 4-9.

Where to Find Anthemis microsperma

Anthemis microsperma can be found in Europe and Asia.

Anthemis microsperma FAQ

What is the scientific name of Anthemis microsperma?

Anthemis microsperma

What is the natural habitat of Anthemis microsperma?

Grassy slopes and meadows in North Africa

What is the flower color of Anthemis microsperma?

White to pinkish-white

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-8339: Based on the initial data import
Edmond Boissier (1810-1885): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Boiss.' in the authors string.
Theodor Kotschy (1813-1866): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kotschy' in the authors string.