Pyrethrum
Tanacetum cinerariifolium

Family: Asteraceae

What it is like

A herb. It keeps growing from year to year. It grows 17-60 cm tall. It has flattened T shape hairs. The leaves at the base are 2-4 cm long by 1-2 cm wide. They have a long stalk.

Where it is found

It is a temperate or Mediterranean climate plant.

Countries/locations it is found in

Albania, Asia, Australia, China, Europe, Kenya, Spain, Tasmania

How it is used for food

The flowering parts are used for tea.

It is cultivated.

Edible parts

Flowers - tea

How it is grown

Its other names

Local names

Camamilla amarganta

Synonyms

Pyrethrum cinerariifolium Trevir.;