Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
cadmeum
ID:
3376

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Boiss.) Heywood

Source:
gcc

Year:
1952

Citation Micro:
Notes Roy. Bot. Gard. Edinburgh 21: 58, in adnot. (1952)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000002705

Common Names

  • Tanacetum cadmeum
  • Cadmus Tansy
  • Cadmus Tansy

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Synonyms

  • Achillea speciosa Hayek [unknown]

Description

Tanacetum cadmeum (also called Cadme's Tansy, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region. It has a basal rosette of leaves and a single stem with a terminal inflorescence. The leaves are pinnately divided, with toothed margins and a pointed tip. The flowers are yellow and the fruits are small, round and black. It grows in dry, rocky habitats at elevations of up to 1,000 m.

Uses & Benefits

Tanacetum cadmeum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a food source for bees and other pollinators. It has medicinal properties and is used to treat digestive issues, skin problems, and respiratory issues.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Tanacetum cadmeum sub. cadmeum
Tanacetum cadmeum sub. orientale Grierson

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Tanacetum cadmeum has white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with two leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Tanacetum cadmeum is a perennial herb that is native to Europe. It can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost. It can be grown in containers or in the ground.

Where to Find Tanacetum cadmeum

Tanacetum cadmeum is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in dry grasslands, scrub, and rocky slopes.

Tanacetum cadmeum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Tanacetum cadmeum?

Tanacetum cadmeum

What is the common name of Tanacetum cadmeum?

Cadmeum Tansy

Where is Tanacetum cadmeum found?

Tanacetum cadmeum is found in Europe, especially in the Mediterranean region.

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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record gcc-102603: Based on the initial data import
Edmond Boissier (1810-1885): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Boiss.' in the authors string.
Vernon Heywood (b.1927): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Heywood' in the authors string.