Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
pungens
ID:
6764

Status:
valid

Authors:
Yavin

Source:
gcc

Year:
1970

Citation Micro:
Israel J. Bot. 19: 148 (1970)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000006093



Common Names

  • Pungent Chamomile
  • Prickly Chamomile
  • Prickly Mayweed


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Description

Anthemis pungens (also called Sharp-pointed Chamomile, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to Europe. It has white flowers and grows in sandy soils in open woodland and heath.

Uses & Benefits

Anthemis pungens is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and flower beds. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating skin diseases, as a diuretic, and for treating digestive disorders.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Anthemis pungens is a white daisy-like flower with a yellow center. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Anthemis pungens is a perennial plant that is easy to cultivate and propagate. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be propagated by division or by seed. Division should be done in the spring or fall. Seeds should be sown in the spring and kept moist until germination occurs.

Where to Find Anthemis pungens

Anthemis pungens is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in dry, sunny areas such as rocky hillsides and open woodlands.

Anthemis pungens FAQ

What is the scientific name of Anthemis pungens?

Anthemis pungens

What is the common name of Anthemis pungens?

Pungent Chamomile

What type of plant is Anthemis pungens?

Herbaceous perennial

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-10587: Based on the initial data import
Ziva Yavin (b.1936): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Yavin' in the authors string.