scented mayweed
Scientific name: Matricaria chamomilla
Family: Asteraceae
Other common names; dog
Flowering time: June to July
Height: to 60cm
Growing conditions: disturbed ground
Nectar source for: many insects
Food source for:
Description
A native annual plant, Scented mayweed is highly attractive to ladybirds that feed on aphids. Its presence also increases the incidence of other beneficial insects.
How to identify: Stems are erect and branched. Leaves are alternate and feathery. Flowerheads are white with a yellow, conical hollow disk 10-25mm across on long solitary stalks. Rays soon downturned after the flower opens.
How to propagate:
Family: Asteraceae
Other common names; dog
Flowering time: June to July
Height: to 60cm
Growing conditions: disturbed ground
Nectar source for: many insects
Food source for:
Description
A native annual plant, Scented mayweed is highly attractive to ladybirds that feed on aphids. Its presence also increases the incidence of other beneficial insects.
How to identify: Stems are erect and branched. Leaves are alternate and feathery. Flowerheads are white with a yellow, conical hollow disk 10-25mm across on long solitary stalks. Rays soon downturned after the flower opens.
How to propagate: