Status:
valid
Authors:
Boiss.
Source:
gcc
Year:
1844
Citation Micro:
Diagn. Pl. Orient. 4: 7 (1844)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000120294
Common Names
- Aciphylla Daisy
- Golden Daisy
- Golden Aciphylla
Synonyms
- Anthemis aciphylla aciphylla [unknown]
Description
Anthemis aciphylla (also called Aciphyllous Chamomile, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Asteraceae family. It is an annual herb that grows up to 40 cm tall. It is native to the Mediterranean region and is found in dry grasslands and rocky slopes.
Uses & Benefits
Anthemis aciphylla is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It has medicinal properties and is used to treat headaches, fever, and skin diseases. It is also used as a food source and forage for livestock.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Anthemis aciphylla is white and has a diameter of 2 cm. The seeds are small and black in colour. The seedlings are small and have a single stem.
Cultivation and Propagation
Anthemis aciphylla is a perennial herb that is native to the Mediterranean region. It is best grown in full sun and prefers well-drained soils. It can be propagated by division or by seed. The seeds should be sown in spring in a cold frame and the seedlings should be transplanted when they are large enough to handle. Division should be done in spring or autumn.
Where to Find Anthemis aciphylla
Anthemis aciphylla is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in dry, rocky habitats.
Anthemis aciphylla FAQ
What are the growing conditions for Anthemis aciphylla?
Anthemis aciphylla prefers full sun and well-drained soil.
What is the lifespan of Anthemis aciphylla?
Anthemis aciphylla is an annual plant and will only live for one season.
What is the optimal temperature for Anthemis aciphylla?
Anthemis aciphylla prefers temperatures between 65-75°F (18-24°C).
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,