Pyrethrum, Pyrethum daisy, Persian Insect Flower, Painted Daisy
Tanacetum coccineum
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Basic Information
Family: Asteraceae or Compositae
Genus: tanacetum
Plant ID (slug): tanacetum-coccineum
Numeric ID: 19942
USDA Hardiness: 4-10
Ratings
Physical Characteristics
Tanacetum coccineum is a PERENNIAL growing to 0.6 m (2ft) at a medium rate. See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 5. It is in flower from July to August. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs) and is pollinated by Insects. Suitable for: light (sandy), medium (loamy) and heavy (clay) soils. Suitable pH: mildly acid, neutral and basic (mildly alkaline) soils. It can grow in semi-shade (light woodland) or no shade. It prefers moist soil.
Distribution
W. Asia to the Caucasus.
Habitats
Meadow; Cultivated Beds;
Edible Uses
None known
Medicinal Uses
None known
Known Hazards
None known
Detailed Information
Additional Information
Title: Tanacetum coccineum Pyrethrum, Pyrethum daisy, Persian Insect Flower, Painted Daisy
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