Matricaria recutita
Plant Details
General Information
Scientific name:
Matricaria recutita
Also known as:
Camomile
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Plant Properties
Layer:
Herb layer
Format:
Smal
Height:
0.50 m
Width:
0.30 m
Growth Rate:
-
Leaf:
-
Growth conditions
USDA Hardiness:
5-9
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:
Sun
Sun
Usage properties
Edible part:
Condiment, Tea
Condiment, Tea
Edibility:
Medicinal:
Features:
Dye, Ethereal oil, Repellent, Fragrant
Dye, Ethereal oil, Repellent, Fragrant
Description
The young branches of this plant are used to flavor dishes, while the dried flowers are used to make herbal tea. The flowers have an aromatic scent but have a very bitter taste.
Harvest Data
Start Harvest:
15/05
End of Harvest:
15/07
Guilds
Guild Information
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Guild Details
| Guild | Description |
|---|---|
|
Achillea millefolium Yarrow, Boreal yarrow, California yarrow, Giant yarrow, Coast yarrow, Western yarrow, Pacific yarrow |
Both plants attract beneficial insects and can enhance the health of each other. |
|
Origanum vulgare Oregano, Pot Marjoram |
Origanum can help repel pests that may harm Matricaria recutita. |
|
Taraxacum officinale Dandelion, Kukraundha, Kanphool |
Dandelion can improve soil structure and also attract pollinators. |
|
Thymus vulgaris Common Thyme, Garden thyme, Wild Thyme |
Thyme can enhance the flavor of Matricaria recutita and help repel harmful insects. |
|
Melissa officinalis Lemon balm |
Melissa can attract pollinators and deter pests, benefiting Matricaria's growth. |