Chamomile (Matricaria recutita)
Chamomile is well known for its aromatic and medicinal properties. A delicate little plant in the garden, it will flower all summer long and you can cut it as needed.
BOTANICAL INFORMATION
Latin name: Matricaria recutita
Common Names: Feverfew, chamomile, German chamomile, chamomile chamomile, blue chamomile, little chamomile, false chamomile, wild chamomile, common chamomile, sun's eye chamomile, bull's-eye chamomile.
English: Chamomile
Family: Asteraceae
| Plant type: Annual |
| Flower color: White |
| Quantity: Envelope of about 200 seeds |
| Exposure: Full sun |
| Shape: Bushy |
| Soil: Normal |
| Watering: Regular |
| Sowing: Directly in the garden |
| Plantation: After the last frosts |
| Germination: 7 to 15 days |
| Plant spacing: 15 cm |
| Depth: On the surface |
| Width: 40 cm to 60 cm |
| Height: 20 cm to 80 cm |
| Family: Asteraceae |
| Characteristic: Edible |