chrysanthemums

Chrysanthemum

Chrysanthemums, or mums, are bright and cheerful flowers that bloom in many colors. They are often seen in gardens and are loved for their beautiful shapes and lovely scents.

Habitat: Gardens

Appearance

The chrysanthemums has dense, often multi-layered petals arranged in a vibrant array of colors, including white, yellow, pink, red, and purple. Its bushy form and numerous flowers make it a striking visual display, often appearing spherical or dome-shaped.

KingdomPlantaePhylumTracheophytaClassMagnoliopsidaOrderAsteralesFamilyAsteraceaeGenusChrysanthemum

chrysanthemums

Interesting facts

Ancient Chinese people first grew chrysanthemums over 3,000 years ago, not just for beauty!

In Japan, chrysanthemums are so special they are the national flower and appear on the Emperor's crest!

Some chrysanthemums have a superpower! Their natural chemicals can repel pesky insects.

You can drink chrysanthemums! Certain varieties are brewed into a delicious and healthy tea.

Special abilities

Chrysanthemums can produce natural chemicals called pyrethrins that help them defend against hungry insects.

Chrysanthemums has many diverse flower shapes and colors that help them attract a wide variety of insect pollinators.

Chrysanthemums can bloom late in the year, helping them provide color and nectar when other flowers are fading.

Measurements & details

Height: 30-150 cm
Spread: 30-90 cm
Flower Size: 1-20 cm
Bloom Season: Late_summer_to_fall
Is Edible: Yes
Toxicity: Mild
Lifecycle: Perennial
Pollination Method: Insect

Ecological connections

pollinates

honey bee

Apis mellifera

collects nectar and pollen

pollinates

Monarch butterfly

Danaus plexippus

visits late-season flowers

eats

cotton aphid

Aphis gossypii

feeds on plant sap

Traits

Flowering

These are the plants that produce beautiful blossoms, attracting pollinators and adding splashes of color to our world. Each flower is a tiny marvel!

Ornamental

These lovely plants are grown simply because they are so beautiful to look at, adding splashes of color and interesting shapes to any garden or landscape.

Fragrant Flower

Discover flowers that release delightful scents into the air, enchanting our senses and attracting helpful insects. Take a moment to enjoy their sweet perfume!

Colorful

Discover amazing plants and animals that show off a dazzling array of bright and beautiful hues! They use their vibrant colors to attract attention or send signals.

Fall Color

Witness the breathtaking transformation as leaves change from green to brilliant shades of red, orange, and gold before they fall. It's a spectacular natural art show!

Pollinator Magnet

Discover plants that are irresistible to our pollinator friends! These beauties are super attractive to bees, butterflies, and other helpful creatures, creating a buzzing hub of activity.