Status:
valid
Authors:
Sch.Bip.
Source:
gcc
Year:
1844
Citation Micro:
Tanaceteen : 35 (1844)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000022822
Common Names
- Madhuca penicillata
- Brush-like Mahua
- Brush-like Butter Tree
Synonyms
- Pyrethrum fruticulosum Fenzl ex Boiss. [unknown]
- Leucanthemum armenum DC. [unknown]
- Gymnocline armenum K.Koch [unknown]
- Chrysanthemum armenum Hand.-Mazz. [unknown]
- Pyrethrum armenum K.Koch [unknown]
Description
Tanacetum armenum (also called Armenian Tansy, among many other common names) is an herbaceous perennial plant that has finely divided leaves and yellow flowers. It is native to the Caucasus and Iran and is commonly found in meadows, grasslands, and open woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Tanacetum armenum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and flower beds. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat skin diseases, and as a source of food for livestock.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Tanacetum armenum is a bright yellow daisy-like flower with a yellow center. The seeds are small, brown and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small, green and have a single set of leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Tanacetum armenum is a perennial herb native to the Caucasus region. It can be grown from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in the spring in a sunny location with well-drained soil. Cuttings should be taken in the spring or summer and planted in a sandy soil mix. The plant should be watered regularly and fertilized every few weeks. It is best to prune the plant in the late summer to encourage more growth.
Where to Find Tanacetum armenum
Tanacetum armenum is native to the Caucasus region and is found in dry, rocky soils. It can be found in the wild in Armenia, Georgia, and Azerbaijan.
Tanacetum armenum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Tanacetum armenum?
Tanacetum armenum
What is the common name of Tanacetum armenum?
Armenian Tansy
What is the family of Tanacetum armenum?
Asteraceae
Species in the Tanacetum genus
Tanacetum odessanum,
Tanacetum stoliczkae,
Tanacetum achilleifolium,
Tanacetum funkii,
Tanacetum cadmeum,
Tanacetum corymbosum,
Tanacetum annuum,
Tanacetum alyssifolium,
Tanacetum munzurdaghensis,
Tanacetum atkinsonii,
Tanacetum tatsienense,
Tanacetum musilii,
Tanacetum tabrisianum,
Tanacetum leptophyllum,
Tanacetum petrareum,
Tanacetum balsamita,
Tanacetum uniflorum,
Tanacetum porphyrostephanum,
Tanacetum stapfianum,
Tanacetum kaschgarianum,
Tanacetum mucroniferum,
Tanacetum tomentellum,
Tanacetum hissaricum,
Tanacetum vahlii,
Tanacetum germanicopolitanum,
Tanacetum paczoskii,
Tanacetum bachtiaricum,
Tanacetum albipannosum,
Tanacetum kotschyi,
Tanacetum tirinense,
Tanacetum armenum,
Tanacetum oxystegium,
Tanacetum ghoratense,
Tanacetum aucherianum,
Tanacetum peucedanifolium,
Tanacetum argenteum,
Tanacetum macrophyllum,
Tanacetum mikeschinii,
Tanacetum cinerariifolium,
Tanacetum praeteritum,
Tanacetum haradjanii,
Tanacetum zahlbruckneri,
Tanacetum richterioides,
Tanacetum tenuisectum,
Tanacetum millefolium,
Tanacetum alatavicum,
Tanacetum cappadocicum,
Tanacetum paleaceum,
Tanacetum baltistanicum,
Tanacetum corymbiforme,
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,