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Asteraceae

Dyer's Chamomile

Anthemis tinctoria

Usefulness and solar energy.

Family
Asteraceae
Genus
Anthemis
Native to
Europe, Western Asia
Bloom season
Summer
Type
Perennial
Height
30-60 cm
Sunlight
Full sun
Soil
Well-drained, poor to average
Water
Low
Hardiness
3-7
Lifespan
Short-lived perennial

Did you know

  • It produces a vivid yellow dye that was used to color wool and textiles for centuries.
  • The plant thrives in poor soil and actually performs worse when given rich, fertile conditions.
  • A single plant can produce hundreds of daisy-like flower heads in a single season.
  • It is drought-tolerant once established and is an excellent choice for xeriscaping.
  • Unlike true chamomile, it is not used medicinally or as a tea.

Color meanings

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Patience

1

Industry

2

Cheerfulness

Uses

  • Natural dyeing
  • Cottage gardens
  • Cut flowers
  • Drought-tolerant landscaping