Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
macrocephalum
ID:
70445

Status:
valid

Authors:
Pamp.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1934

Citation Micro:
in Sped. Ital. De Filippi Himal. etc. ser. 2(11, Agg. Fl. Carac.): 173. 1934 [1913-14 publ 1934?]

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000069774

Common Names

  • Tanacetum Macrocephalum
  • Large-Headed Tansy
  • Large-Headed Feverfew

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Description

Tanacetum macrocephalum (also called Large-headed Tansy, Large-headed Tanacetum, and Large-headed Feverfew, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to the Mediterranean region. It has white flowers and can reach heights of up to 1 meter. It typically grows in dry, open areas such as grasslands and meadows.

Uses & Benefits

Tanacetum macrocephalum has been used as an ornamental plant in gardens, as well as for medicinal purposes. It has been used to treat skin conditions, as well as to reduce inflammation and pain.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Tanacetum macrocephalum is a white, daisy-like bloom with yellow centers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Tanacetum macrocephalum is a perennial herb that is native to Europe. It can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soils. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some shade.

Where to Find Tanacetum macrocephalum

Tanacetum macrocephalum can be found in dry, sunny habitats in the Mediterranean region.

Tanacetum macrocephalum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Tanacetum macrocephalum?

Tanacetum macrocephalum

What are the common names of Tanacetum macrocephalum?

Big-Headed Tansy

What type of plant is Tanacetum macrocephalum?

Perennial

Species in the Tanacetum genus

Tanacetum odessanum, Tanacetum stoliczkae, Tanacetum achilleifolium, Tanacetum funkii, Tanacetum cadmeum, Tanacetum corymbosum, Tanacetum annuum, Tanacetum alyssifolium, Tanacetum munzurdaghensis, Tanacetum atkinsonii, Tanacetum tatsienense, Tanacetum musilii, Tanacetum tabrisianum, Tanacetum leptophyllum, Tanacetum petrareum, Tanacetum balsamita, Tanacetum uniflorum, Tanacetum porphyrostephanum, Tanacetum stapfianum, Tanacetum kaschgarianum, Tanacetum mucroniferum, Tanacetum tomentellum, Tanacetum hissaricum, Tanacetum vahlii, Tanacetum germanicopolitanum, Tanacetum paczoskii, Tanacetum bachtiaricum, Tanacetum albipannosum, Tanacetum kotschyi, Tanacetum tirinense, Tanacetum armenum, Tanacetum oxystegium, Tanacetum ghoratense, Tanacetum aucherianum, Tanacetum peucedanifolium, Tanacetum argenteum, Tanacetum macrophyllum, Tanacetum mikeschinii, Tanacetum cinerariifolium, Tanacetum praeteritum, Tanacetum haradjanii, Tanacetum zahlbruckneri, Tanacetum richterioides, Tanacetum tenuisectum, Tanacetum millefolium, Tanacetum alatavicum, Tanacetum cappadocicum, Tanacetum paleaceum, Tanacetum baltistanicum, Tanacetum corymbiforme,

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,