Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
melanacme
ID:
29380

Status:
valid

Authors:
Boiss. & Hausskn.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1875

Citation Micro:
Fl. Orient. 3: 315 (1875)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000028709



Common Names

  • Melanacme Anthemis
  • Black-veined Chamomile
  • Black-veined Mayweed


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Description

Anthemis melanacme (also called Yellow chamomile, among many other common names) is a perennial plant with yellow flowers and feathery leaves. It is native to the Mediterranean region and is found in meadows, pastures, and roadsides.

Uses & Benefits

Anthemis melanacme has been used as an ornamental plant in gardens, as a medicinal plant to treat skin diseases and wounds, and as a tea to help with digestion.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Anthemis melanacme is yellow, with a yellow center disc and yellow ray florets. The seed is small, dark brown and slightly curved. The seedlings are small, with a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Anthemis melanacme is a perennial plant that prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is easily propagated from seed, which should be sown in spring or early summer. The seedlings should be thinned out to allow for adequate space between plants. The plant can also be propagated by division in spring or early summer. The plant should be divided every 3-4 years to maintain its vigor.

Where to Find Anthemis melanacme

Anthemis melanacme is native to Greece and can be found in the rocky hills of the Peloponnese.

Anthemis melanacme FAQ

What is the scientific name of Anthemis melanacme?

Anthemis melanacme

What is the common name of Anthemis melanacme?

Black Chamomile

What type of plant is Anthemis melanacme?

Annual herbaceous plant

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-127744: Based on the initial data import
Edmond Boissier (1810-1885): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Boiss.' in the authors string.
Heinrich Carl Haussknecht (1838-1903): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hausskn.' in the authors string.