Photo: M.S. del., J.N.Fitch lith.Public domainvia Wikimedia Commons
Wild Chamomile Plant Care
Argyranthemum foeniculaceum (Willd.) Webb
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With delicate, fern-like foliage that is silver-gray in color, Argyranthemum foeniculaceum is native to the Canary Islands. This plant is highly sought after by collectors for its unique appearance and ability to attract pollinators such as butterflies and bees to the garden.
Every 7–10 days
Full sun to partial shade
50–75°F
40–60%
At a glance
How do you care for Wild Chamomile?
Water Wild Chamomile every 7–10 days, letting the top layer of soil dry out between waterings, and give it full sun to partial shade. It prefers temperatures of 50–75°F (10–24°C) and 40–60% humidity. Fertilize it every 6 months during the growing season.
Where Is the Wild Chamomile Native To?
What Is the Wild Chamomile?
Wild Chamomile (Argyranthemum foeniculaceum) belongs to the Asteraceae family within the Argyranthemum genus. Wild Chamomile is native to the Canary Islands. Wild Chamomile is also known as Fennel-leaved Marguerite, Chrysanthemum foeniculaceum, Matricaria feniculacea.
Wild Chamomile displays a bushy, spreading perennial growth habit, reaching up to 2 ft tall with a spread of approximately 3 ft. Wild Chamomile produces daisy-like flowers in various colors like white, pink, yellow.
Leaf size: approximately 4 inches.
How Often Should You Water a Wild Chamomile?
Argyranthemum foeniculaceum 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 Wild Chamomile Need?
Wild Chamomile thrives in full sun to partial shade.
Light Requirement
Full sun to partial shade
What Temperature and Humidity Does the Wild Chamomile Prefer?
Argyranthemum foeniculaceum grows best at temperatures of 50–75°F. Wild Chamomile prefers humidity levels of 40–60%.
Temperature
50–75°F
Humidity
40–60%
What Soil Mix Works Best for a Wild Chamomile?
Well-draining, fertile soil with added compost for nutrients. Good drainage is essential for Wild Chamomile to prevent waterlogging, which leads to root rot and fungal issues.
How Often Should You Fertilize a Wild Chamomile?
Feed Wild Chamomile every 6 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 6 months
During the growing season
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How Do You Repot a Wild Chamomile?
Repot every 1-2 years in early 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 Wild Chamomile?
Wild Chamomile can be propagated through seeds, softwood cuttings. Similar propagation techniques also apply to paris daisy plant care, which shares the same genus.
Is the Wild Chamomile Toxic to Pets and Children?
Pet safety not verified
The ASPCA does not list Wild 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 Wild Chamomile?
Wild 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 Wild Chamomile Need?
Wild Chamomile grows outdoors in USDA Zone 9a – 11b. It survives winters down to planting zone 9a. Wild Chamomile is native to the Canary Islands. In cooler regions, grow Wild Chamomile as a houseplant or bring it indoors before the first frost.
Hardiness Zone
Zone 9a – 11b
Keep exploring plants
Wild 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 Argyranthemum genus — compare its care with other Argyranthemum species on PlantoScan.
Argyranthemum is part of the Asteraceae plant family — browse all Asteraceae genera and species.
Wild Chamomile thrives in bright light and direct sun — see other bright-light plants.
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Sources
- Scientific name & taxonomy: Argyranthemum foeniculaceum (Willd.) Webb, family Asteraceae — World Flora Online record.
- Pet toxicity: Pet safety not verified: the ASPCA does not list Wild 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: M.S. del., J.N.Fitch lith., Public domain, Wikimedia Commons — original.
- Hardiness zone: USDA Zone 9a – 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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