Status:
valid
Authors:
Ghafoor & Al-Turki
Source:
gcc
Year:
1999
Citation Micro:
Edinburgh J. Bot. 56(1): 55 (1999)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000089972
Common Names
- Sheila's Chamomile
- Sheila Chamomile
- Sheilas Chamomile
Description
Anthemis sheilae (also called Sheila's chamomile, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the aster family. It is native to western North America, from California to British Columbia, and can be found in dry, open habitats such as chaparral, sagebrush, and open woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Anthemis sheilae is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments, including skin problems, respiratory issues, and digestive disorders.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Anthemis sheilae is yellow and has a yellow center. The seed is small and black. The seedlings are small and have small, oval-shaped leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Anthemis sheilae is a perennial plant that grows in full sun to partial shade. It is best propagated by division in spring or autumn. It can also be grown from seed, which should be sown in the spring. The plant can be divided every 3-4 years to keep it healthy and vigorous.
Where to Find Anthemis sheilae
Anthemis sheilae is native to the Mediterranean region, particularly in Greece and Turkey.
Anthemis sheilae FAQ
What is the scientific name of Anthemis sheilae?
Anthemis sheilae
What is the family of Anthemis sheilae?
Asteraceae
What is the common name of Anthemis sheilae?
Sheila's Chamomile
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,