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Opposite-leaved Chamomile Plant Care
Anthemis oppositifolia Lam.
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Anthemis oppositifolia is characterized by its delicate, fern-like foliage that creates a soft, airy texture in the garden. Originating from the Mediterranean region, this plant is highly sought after by collectors for its aromatic leaves that release a sweet, chamomile-like scent when crushed. With its silver-green color and drought tolerance, Anthemis oppositifolia adds a touch of elegance to any garden.
Every 7–10 days
Full sun to light shade
50–75°F
40–60%
At a glance
How do you care for Opposite-leaved Chamomile?
Water Opposite-leaved Chamomile every 7–10 days, letting the top layer of soil dry out between waterings, and give it full sun to light shade. It prefers temperatures of 50–75°F (10–24°C) and 40–60% humidity. Fertilize it every 2 months during the growing season.
Where Is the Opposite-leaved Chamomile Native To?
What Is the Opposite-leaved Chamomile?
Opposite-leaved Chamomile (Anthemis oppositifolia) belongs to the Asteraceae family within the Anthemis genus. Opposite-leaved Chamomile is native to both North America and South America. Opposite-leaved Chamomile is also known as Acmella buphthalmoides, Andrieuxia mexicana, Anthemis americana.
Opposite-leaved Chamomile displays a low mounding perennial growth habit, reaching up to 1 ft tall with a spread of approximately 1 ft. Opposite-leaved Chamomile produces daisy-like flowers in shades of white, yellow, or pink.
Leaf size: approximately 2 inches.
How Often Should You Water a Opposite-leaved Chamomile?
Anthemis oppositifolia requires watering every 7–10 days. Allow the top layer of soil to dry between waterings to prevent root rot. Reduce watering frequency during winter when growth slows.
Watering Frequency
Every 7–10 days
Let soil partially dry between waterings
What Light Does the Opposite-leaved Chamomile Need?
Opposite-leaved Chamomile thrives in full sun to light shade.
Light Requirement
Full sun to light shade
What Temperature and Humidity Does the Opposite-leaved Chamomile Prefer?
Anthemis oppositifolia grows best at temperatures of 50–75°F. Opposite-leaved Chamomile prefers humidity levels of 40–60%.
Temperature
50–75°F
Humidity
40–60%
What Soil Mix Works Best for a Opposite-leaved Chamomile?
Well-draining sandy loam with added organic matter. Good drainage is essential for Opposite-leaved Chamomile to prevent waterlogging, which leads to root rot and fungal issues.
How Often Should You Fertilize a Opposite-leaved Chamomile?
Feed Opposite-leaved Chamomile every 2 months during the growing season (spring and summer) with a balanced fertilizer diluted to the strength on the label.
Pause feeding in autumn and winter, when growth slows, and never fertilize dry soil — water first.
Fertilizing
Every 2 months
During the growing season
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How Do You Repot a Opposite-leaved Chamomile?
Divide clumps every 2-3 years in spring. Choose a pot one size larger than the current container, and ensure it has drainage holes to allow excess water to escape.
How Do You Propagate a Opposite-leaved Chamomile?
Opposite-leaved Chamomile can be propagated through seeds, division of clumps. Similar propagation techniques also apply to mayweed plant care, which shares the same genus.
Is the Opposite-leaved Chamomile Toxic to Pets and Children?
Pet safety not verified
The ASPCA does not list Opposite-leaved Chamomile, so we can't confirm whether it is safe for cats and dogs. Keep pets from chewing it as a precaution.
This is a general caution, not veterinary or medical advice. If your pet ate a plant, contact your vet or animal poison control.
See all plants toxic to cats and plants toxic to dogs.
What Pests and Diseases Affect the Opposite-leaved Chamomile?
Opposite-leaved Chamomile is susceptible to aphids, spider mites, whiteflies. Inspect the foliage regularly, especially along leaf undersides and stems. Treat infestations promptly with insecticidal soap or neem oil to prevent spread.
Yellow leaves, brown tips or drooping? See common plant problems and how to fix them.
What USDA Hardiness Zone Does the Opposite-leaved Chamomile Need?
Opposite-leaved Chamomile grows outdoors in USDA Zone 8a – 11b. It survives winters down to planting zone 8a. Opposite-leaved Chamomile is native to both North America and South America.
Hardiness Zone
Zone 8a – 11b
Keep exploring plants
Opposite-leaved Chamomile is one of many species covered in the complete plant care and identification guide, which groups plants by genus, attribute, and popularity.
It belongs to the Anthemis genus — compare its care with other Anthemis species on PlantoScan.
Anthemis is part of the Asteraceae plant family — browse all Asteraceae genera and species.
Opposite-leaved Chamomile thrives in bright light and direct sun — see other bright-light plants.
More Anthemis Species
Other Anthemis species in PlantoScan's care catalogue share similar watering, light, and soil preferences:
Sources
- Scientific name & taxonomy: Anthemis oppositifolia Lam., family Asteraceae (first published in Encycl. 1: 576 (1785)) — World Flora Online record, IPNI name record.
- Pet toxicity: Pet safety not verified: the ASPCA does not list Opposite-leaved Chamomile, so we can't confirm whether it is safe for cats and dogs. Checked against the ASPCA plant list; any other toxicity note on this page comes from PlantoScan's plant database.
- Photo: Fab, Public domain, Wikimedia Commons — original.
- Hardiness zone: USDA Zone 8a – 11b, estimated from the plant's typical growing conditions.
- Care values(watering, light, temperature, humidity, soil, fertilizing): PlantoScan's plant database, filtered by automatic plausibility checks — values that fail them are hidden. How we source and check plant data.
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