Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
macedonica
ID:
35330

Status:
valid

Authors:
Boiss. & Orph.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1859

Citation Micro:
Diagn. Pl. Orient. , ser. 2, 6: 97 (1859)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000034659



Common Names

  • Macedonian Chamomile
  • Macedonian Dog-Fennel
  • Macedonian Mayweed


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Description

Anthemis macedonica (also called Macedonian Chamomile, among many other common names) is an herbaceous perennial plant from the Asteraceae family. It has a rosette of spiny leaves, and produces white flower heads in the summer. It is native to the mountains of Central Asia, and is found in grasslands, meadows and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Anthemis macedonica is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat skin diseases and as an antiseptic.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Anthemis macedonica sub. stribrnyi (Velen.) Oberpr. & Greuter
Anthemis macedonica sub. macedonica
Anthemis macedonica sub. thracica (Griseb.) Oberpr. & Greuter

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Anthemis macedonica has white flowers with a yellow center and white petals. Its seeds are small and black. The seedlings have a rosette of leaves that are hairy and gray-green in color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Anthemis macedonica is a perennial plant that can be propagated from seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. When propagating from seed, sow the seeds in spring or early summer in a sunny spot. When propagating from division, divide the clumps in spring or early summer and replant in a sunny spot.

Where to Find Anthemis macedonica

Anthemis macedonica is native to the Balkan Peninsula and can be found growing in meadows and grasslands.

Anthemis macedonica FAQ

What is the scientific name of Anthemis macedonica?

Anthemis macedonica

What is the common name of Anthemis macedonica?

Macedonian Chamomile

What is the habitat of Anthemis macedonica?

Anthemis macedonica is found in grasslands, meadows, and pastures.

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-133517: Based on the initial data import
Edmond Boissier (1810-1885): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Boiss.' in the authors string.
Theodoros Georgios Orphanides (1817-1886): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Orph.' in the authors string.