Status:
valid
Authors:
Eig
Source:
gcc
Year:
1938
Citation Micro:
Palestine J. Bot., Jerusalem Ser. 1: 178 (1938)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000123020
Common Names
- Zohary's Chamomile
- Zohary's Dog Fennel
- Zohary's Mayweed
Synonyms
- Anthemis zoharyana zoharyana [unknown]
Description
Anthemis zoharyana (also called Zohary's Chamomile, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to the Middle East. It has finely divided, grey-green leaves and small white flower heads. It grows in dry meadows, rocky slopes, and open woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Anthemis zoharyana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a medicinal plant. It has been used to treat skin diseases, as a diuretic, and to reduce fever.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Anthemis zoharyana is a white, daisy-like flower with yellow centers. The seeds are small, dark brown and oval-shaped. The seedlings are thin and have a single stem with a few leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Anthemis zoharyana is a perennial plant that can be propagated through division or seed. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -20°F (-29°C). It is generally pest and disease free.
Where to Find Anthemis zoharyana
Anthemis zoharyana is native to the Middle East and can be found in dry, open habitats. It is found in countries such as Israel, Jordan, and Syria.
Anthemis zoharyana FAQ
What is the scientific name of Anthemis zoharyana?
Anthemis zoharyana
What is the common name of Anthemis zoharyana?
Zohary's chamomile
What is the natural habitat of Anthemis zoharyana?
Hillsides, meadows, and rocky slopes
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,