Status:
valid
Authors:
Vahl
Source:
gcc
Year:
1791
Citation Micro:
Symb. Bot. ii. 91. t. 46. (1791)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000062692
Common Names
- Spotted Dog-Fennel
- Spotted Chamomile
- Spotted Mayweed
Synonyms
- Anthemis punctata punctata [unknown]
Description
Anthemis punctata (also called Spotted Chamomile, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region. It has a long, thin stem and white flowers. It grows in dry, sunny areas, such as rocky slopes and open grasslands.
Uses & Benefits
Anthemis punctata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat fever, inflammation, and digestive problems.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Anthemis punctata sub. kabylica (Batt.) Oberpr.
Anthemis punctata sub. punctata
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Anthemis punctata has yellow flowers with five petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with small, oval-shaped leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Anthemis punctata can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-drained soil mix. Division should be done in spring or early summer. The plants should be grown in full sun and will tolerate some drought.
Where to Find Anthemis punctata
Anthemis punctata can be found in Europe, North Africa, and parts of Asia.
Anthemis punctata FAQ
What are the requirements for growing Anthemis punctata?
Anthemis punctata requires full sun to partial shade, well-draining soil, and regular watering.
What is the best way to propagate Anthemis punctata?
The best way to propagate Anthemis punctata is by division or cuttings.
What pests or diseases affect Anthemis punctata?
Common pests and diseases that affect Anthemis punctata include aphids, slugs, and powdery mildew.
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,