Seaside chamomile (Anthemis maritima, Sp. Pl.: 893 (1753))

Family: Asteraceae

Author: L.

Bibliography: Sp. Pl.: 893 (1753)

Year: 1753

Status: accepted

Rank: species

Genus: Anthemis

Vegetable: Unknown

Observations: W. & C. Medit.

Description

Seaside chamomile, scientifically known as Anthemis maritima, is a captivating plant belonging to the Asteraceae family. Originally detailed in Linnaeus’s Species Plantarum published in 1753, this plant has long been studied and admired for its robust adaptability and charming appearance.

Thriving predominantly in the Western and Central Mediterranean regions, seaside chamomile is well-suited to coastal environments. This resilience enables it to withstand salty conditions and sandy soils where many other plants might struggle. The plant exhibits the typical daisy-like flowers associated with the Asteraceae family, characterized by their bright yellow centers and finely detailed white petals.

In addition to its ecological hardiness, seaside chamomile has garnered attention for potential medicinal properties. Traditionally, plants within the Anthemis genus have been recognized for their use in herbal remedies, particularly for digestive and anti-inflammatory benefits. While specific uses for Anthemis maritima might vary, such historical context underscores the plant’s value beyond its ornamental beauty.

The robust nature and medicinal potential of seaside chamomile make it a significant species within coastal and Mediterranean landscapes, embodying both aesthetic allure and practical applications.

Common Names

En: Seaside Chamomile
Ca: Camamilla de mar
Fr: Anthémis maritime, Camomille maritime
It: Camomilla marina
Pt: Malmequer-das-praias

Synonyms

Distribution

• Algeria (native)
• Baleares (native)
• Corse (native)
• France (native)
• Italy (native)
• Libya (native)
• Portugal (native)
• Sardegna (native)
• Sicilia (native)
• Spain (native)
• Tunisia (native)

Additional Images

Flower

Taken Jan 8, 2018 by Llandrich anna (cc-by-sa)

Taken Jul 9, 2019 by huy HO (cc-by-sa)

Taken May 8, 2019 by Luigi Meneghetti (cc-by-sa)

Taken May 22, 2022 by 1F DZ (cc-by-sa)

Taken May 16, 1994 by Tela Botanica − Liliane ROUBAUDI (cc-by-sa)

Other

Taken May 17, 2013 by Tela Botanica − Liliane Roubaudi (cc-by-sa)

Taken Jun 17, 2021 by Vázquez gonzalez (cc-by-sa)

Taken Aug 15, 2022 by Raúl (Este Madrid) (cc-by-sa)

Taken Jun 22, 2014 by Tela Botanica − Patrick LEBOULENGER (cc-by-sa)

Taken Jul 9, 2019 by huy HO (cc-by-sa)

Leaf

Taken Aug 8, 2021 by Renaud Brochiero (cc-by-sa)

Taken Jun 18, 2019 by Llandrich anna (cc-by-sa)

Taken Nov 5, 2021 by Stéphane Mars (cc-by-sa)

Taken Jul 9, 2019 by huy HO (cc-by-sa)

Taken Nov 5, 2021 by Stéphane Mars (cc-by-sa)

Habit

Taken Apr 12, 2016 by Tela Botanica − Liliane ROUBAUDI (cc-by-sa)

Taken Oct 20, 2021 by michel cosme (cc-by-sa)

Taken Apr 24, 2021 by Sergio costantini (cc-by-sa)

Taken Mar 27, 2021 by Serge Fournier (cc-by-sa)

Taken May 16, 1994 by Tela Botanica − Liliane ROUBAUDI (cc-by-sa)

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© copyright of the Board of Trustees of the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew.

© copyright of the Board of Trustees of the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew.

Bark

Taken Jun 19, 2021 by Capucine Capucine Chavagnac (cc-by-sa)

Taken Jun 18, 2017 by Yoan MARTIN (cc-by-sa)

Taken May 27, 2010 by Martin Bishop (cc-by-sa)

Taken Mar 26, 2022 by de Perellos Ramon (cc-by-sa)

Taken Mar 11, 2022 by Claudio Benedetti (cc-by-sa)

Fruit

Taken Aug 17, 2019 by Renaud Brochiero (cc-by-sa)

Taken Aug 15, 2020 by David Bauman (cc-by-sa)

Taken Sep 20, 2018 by Llandrich anna (cc-by-sa)

Taken Dec 3, 2021 by Llandrich anna (cc-by-sa)

Taken Sep 20, 2018 by Llandrich anna (cc-by-sa)

Sources

• WFO (No URL)
• IPNI (No URL)
• GBIF (https://www.gbif.org/species/3102820)
• POWO (http://powo.science.kew.org/taxon/urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:177428-1)
• PlantNet (https://identify.plantnet.org/species/the-plant-list/Anthemis maritima L.)

Specifications

Growth