Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
abrotanifolia
ID:
87293

Status:
valid

Authors:
Guss.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1844

Citation Micro:
Fl. Sicul. Syn. 2(1): 490 (1844)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000086622



Common Names

  • Southern Dog-fennel
  • Southern Dogfennel
  • Southern Chamomile


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Synonyms

  • Anacyclus anthemoides Lag. ex Spreng. [unknown]
  • Anthemis abrotanifolia abrotanifolia [unknown]
  • Anthemis abrotanifolia abrotanifolia [unknown]
  • Anacyclus anthemoides (L.) Lag. [unknown]
  • Cotula abrotanifolia Willd. [unknown]
  • Achillea gussonei Ces. & Pass. ex Nyman [unknown]

Description

Anthemis abrotanifolia (also called 'Southern Dog Fennel', among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region. It has a woody stem and yellow flowers. It is found in dry grasslands, open woodlands, and rocky hillsides.

Uses & Benefits

Anthemis abrotanifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens. It is also used for soil stabilization and erosion control.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Anthemis abrotanifolia for. ligulata Greuter, Matthäs & Risse

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Anthemis abrotanifolia has small, white flowers with yellow centers that are about 1/2 inch in diameter. The seeds are small, black, and have a hard outer coating. The seedlings are small, with a single pair of leaves that are oval-shaped and have a white underside.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Anthemis abrotanifolia is a low-growing, evergreen perennial that grows in clumps. It is native to the Mediterranean region and is hardy in USDA zones 8-10. It can be propagated from seed or by division of clumps in spring. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil.

Where to Find Anthemis abrotanifolia

Anthemis abrotanifolia is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in countries such as Spain, Italy, and Greece.

Anthemis abrotanifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Anthemis abrotanifolia?

Anthemis abrotanifolia

What is the natural habitat of Anthemis abrotanifolia?

It is found in the Andes Mountains of Peru and Ecuador.

What type of soil does Anthemis abrotanifolia prefer?

It prefers well-draining, sandy soil with a pH between 6.0 and 7.5.

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-43005: Based on the initial data import
Giovanni Gussone (1787-1866): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Guss.' in the authors string.