Scentless mayweed (Tripleurospermum inodorum)
Care, watering, light and tips for Scentless mayweed on Floravia.
Quick facts
- Family: Asteraceae
- Difficulty: Easy to care for
- Watering: every 7 days
- Light: Full sun
- Temperature: 0–35 °C
About Scentless mayweed
Tripleurospermum inodorum, also known as scentless chamomile or false chamomile, is an annual or biennial herbaceous plant belonging to the Asteraceae family, native to Europe and Asia. It features finely divided foliage and daisy-like flowers with white petals and a bright yellow center. This wild plant can be used to naturalize meadows or cottage-style gardens, though it is often considered a weed in cultivated areas.
Native range
Europe and temperate Asia
Care tips
This plant is highly adaptable and tolerates a wide range of conditions. It prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soils, though it is not particular about soil type and can thrive even in poor soils. Watering should be moderate; it is drought-tolerant once established. A common mistake to avoid is overwatering, as it prefers drier conditions.
How to save a dying Scentless mayweed
- Warning signs
- Limp, yellowing, or dry-tipped leaves, soft and drooping stems, no flowering.
- First aid
- Check drainage and soil moisture. If waterlogged, remove from pot and let roots dry. If dry, water deeply.
- What kills it
- Overwatering (root rot) or poorly draining soil. Also, complete lack of sun or prolonged drought.
- Can it be saved?
- Yes, if roots are not completely rotted. Act quickly by correcting watering and sun exposure.