Corn chamomile (Cota segetalis)
Care, watering, light and tips for Corn chamomile on Floravia.
Quick facts
- Family: Asteraceae
- Difficulty: Moderate care
- Watering: every 3 days
- Light: Full sun
- Temperature: 0–35 °C
- Toxicity: Toxic to pets
About Corn chamomile
Cota segetalis, commonly known as Corn Chamomile, is a beautiful annual plant belonging to the Asteraceae family, native to Europe and Asia. Its bright yellow, daisy-like flowers with dark centers bloom profusely in summer. It is ideal for adding a wild and cheerful touch to meadows, cottage gardens, or as part of a pollinator garden.
Native range
Mediterranean region and Western Europe
Care tips
It thrives in full sun exposure for optimal flowering. It tolerates poor, well-drained soils, including sandy or stony ones, without requiring large amounts of nutrients. Watering should be moderate, allowing the substrate to dry out between waterings, as it is quite drought-tolerant once established. A common mistake is overwatering, which can lead to root rot.
How to save a dying Corn chamomile
- Warning signs
- Wilted, yellowing or dry leaves, lack of flowering.
- First aid
- Transplant to a sunny spot, well-draining soil. Moderate watering if soil is dry.
- What kills it
- Excessive shade, waterlogging, heavy clay soil.
- Can it be saved?
- Yes, if you act quickly and improve its light and drainage.