Water
Water consistently, especially during dry periods, but ensure good drainage to prevent root rot. Allow the top inch of soil to dry out between waterings.
Also known as Branched Chamomile · Mediterranean Chamomile · Mixed Chamomile
Cladanthus mixtus is an annual herb native to the Mediterranean region, known for its daisy-like flowers.
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Prefers full sun for optimal growth and flowering.
90% intensity
At least 6 hours of direct sunlight daily.
Water regularly, allowing soil to dry slightly between waterings.
60% intensity
Well-draining soil is essential; tolerates poor to average soils.
50% intensity
Thrives in moderate temperatures, ideal for spring and summer growth.
70% intensity
Prefers 15-25°C.
Outdoor
50% intensity
Fertilize sparingly during the growing season.
40% intensity
Use a balanced liquid fertilizer monthly.
Safety information from plant toxicity data
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Toxic for humans | No 0/5 intensity |
| Toxic for pets | No 0/5 intensity |
| Edible | No |
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Water consistently, especially during dry periods, but ensure good drainage to prevent root rot. Allow the top inch of soil to dry out between waterings.
Deadhead spent flowers to encourage more blooms and prolong the flowering season. Light pruning can be done to maintain shape, but heavy pruning is generally not required.
Easily grown from seed sown directly outdoors in spring after the last frost. Seeds can also be started indoors a few weeks prior to the last frost date.
As an annual, repotting is not typically necessary. If grown in a container, ensure it has adequate drainage and consider replacing the plant each year.
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Monthly activity intensity for bloom and fruit across both hemispheres.
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Photos of Chamaemelum Mixtum (Cladanthus mixtus)
Common names and botanical synonyms
Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Asterales |
| Family | Asteraceae |
| Genus | Cladanthus |
| Species | Cladanthus mixtus |
Similar in genus Cladanthus
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