Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
fuscatum
ID:
63875

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Brot.) Vasc.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1966

Citation Micro:
Anais Inst. Vinho Porto n.° 20, 276 (1966)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000063204



Common Names

  • Chamaemelum fuscatum
  • Brown Chamomile
  • Fuscous Chamomile


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Synonyms

  • Maruta fuscata DC. [unknown]
  • Perideraea fuscata Webb [unknown]
  • Anthemis fuscata fuscata [unknown]
  • Chamaemelum fuscatum fuscatum [unknown]
  • Chamomilla fuscata Gren. & Godr. [unknown]
  • Anthemis fuscata Brot. [unknown]
  • Anthemis fallax Willd. [unknown]
  • Anthemis fuscata minor Hoffmanns. & Link [unknown]
  • Ormenis fuscata Sch.Bip. ex Nyman [unknown]
  • Chamaemelum fuscatum minor (Hoffmanns. & Link) Benedí [unknown]

Description

Chamaemelum fuscatum (also called Brown Chamomile, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant that grows up to 30 cm tall. It has a basal rosette of leaves and yellow flowers. It is native to Europe and is found in grasslands, meadows, and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Chamaemelum fuscatum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a ground cover in dry areas. It is also used to attract butterflies and bees.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Chamaemelum fuscatum has yellow flowers with a white center. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are thin and have a long taproot.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Chamaemelum fuscatum can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix in spring or early summer. Division should be done in early spring or late summer and the divisions should be planted in a well-drained soil mix. Both methods require adequate light and moisture for successful propagation.

Where to Find Chamaemelum fuscatum

Chamaemelum fuscatum can be found in Europe and parts of North Africa.

Chamaemelum fuscatum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Chamaemelum fuscatum?

Chamaemelum fuscatum

What is the common name of Chamaemelum fuscatum?

Dark-leaved Chamomile

What is the natural habitat of Chamaemelum fuscatum?

Grassy slopes and meadows

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

Félix de Avelar Brotero (1744-1828): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Brot.' in the authors string.
João de Carvalho e Vasconcellos (1897-1972): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Vasc.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:192458-1: Based on the initial data import