Chamaemelum nobile
Plant Details
General Information
Scientific name:
Chamaemelum nobile
Also known as:
Chamomile
Images:
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Plant Properties
Layer:
Herb layer
Format:
Smal
Height:
0.20 m
Width:
0.30 m
Growth Rate:
-
Leaf:
-
Growth conditions
USDA Hardiness:
4-8
Soil Moisture:
Moist, Permeable
Moist, Permeable
Soil:
Sand (light) Loam (medium) Clay (heavy)
Sand (light) Loam (medium) Clay (heavy)
pH:
Acid Neutral Basic
Acid Neutral Basic
Light:
Shadow, Half shade, Sun
Shadow, Half shade, Sun
Usage properties
Edible part:
Condiment, Tea
Condiment, Tea
Edibility:
Medicinal:
Features:
Dye, Companion, Ethereal oil, Fungicide, Repellent
Dye, Companion, Ethereal oil, Fungicide, Repellent
Description
Young shoots of this plant are often used as a flavoring agent, for example in beer. The flowers, both fresh and dried, are used to make herbal tea. The tea has a strong aroma and a bitter taste.
Harvest Data
Start Harvest:
15/06
End of Harvest:
15/09
Guilds
Guild Information
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Guild Details
| Guild | Description |
|---|---|
|
Diospyros lotus Date Plum |
Diospyros lotus can provide shade and help maintain soil moisture, which supports Chamaemelum nobile's growth. |
|
Lonicera periclymenum Honeysuckle, European honeysuckle |
Lonicera periclymenum attracts pollinators, improving the pollination of Chamaemelum nobile flowers. |
|
Mentha suaveolens Apple mint |
Mentha suaveolens can repel pests that might harm Chamaemelum nobile while enhancing soil quality. |
|
Morus acidosa Korean Mulberry |
Hypericum perforatum can improve the overall health of the soil, benefiting Chamaemelum nobile through enhanced nutrient availability. |
|
Fagus sylvatica Beech |
Fagus sylvatica provides shade and wind protection, creating a more favorable microclimate for Chamaemelum nobile. |