Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
persica
ID:
36984

Status:
valid

Authors:
Boiss.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1846

Citation Micro:
Diagn. Pl. Orient. 6: 85 (1846)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000036313

Common Names

  • Anthemis persica
  • Persica Anthemis
  • Anthemis Persica

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Synonyms

  • Lyonnetia persica Boiss. [unknown]

Description

Anthemis persica (also called Persian Chamomile, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to California and Baja California. It has a thin, erect stem that can reach up to 1 meter in height, and its leaves are lanceolate and have a grayish-green color. It is found in dry, open areas such as grasslands, chaparral, and coastal sage scrub.

Uses & Benefits

Anthemis persica is used as an ornamental plant for its attractive yellow flowers and as a medicinal plant for its essential oils.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Anthemis persica has yellow flowers with a strong scent. The seeds are small, round, and black. The seedlings are short and have a thick stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Anthemis persica is a species of flowering plant in the family Asteraceae. It is native to the Mediterranean region. It is an herbaceous perennial that grows to a height of 30-60 cm. It prefers well-drained soils in full sun. Propagation is by seed or division in spring.

Where to Find Anthemis persica

Anthemis persica is native to the Middle East and can be found in Afghanistan, Iran, Iraq, Pakistan, and Turkey.

Anthemis persica FAQ

What is the scientific name of Anthemis persica?

Anthemis persica

What is the habitat of Anthemis persica?

Anthemis persica is found in dry, open areas in California, USA.

What is the flowering period of Anthemis persica?

Anthemis persica flowers from April to July.

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,

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