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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
Category
PlantsRarity
Common
Danger
1/5 · Very low
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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
Ability
Pest Power
Chrysanthemums can produce natural chemicals called pyrethrins that help them defend against hungry insects.
Ability
Flower Flair
Chrysanthemums has many diverse flower shapes and colors that help them attract a wide variety of insect pollinators.
Ability
Autumn Awakening
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
- 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
Flowering plants are any plants that produce flowers as part of their reproductive cycle.
Ornamental
Ornamental plants are cultivated primarily for their aesthetic appeal, enhancing landscapes and gardens with their attractive foliage, flowers, or form.
Fragrant Flower
Fragrant flowers emit a pleasant aroma, often to attract pollinators or for defense.
Colorful
Colorful describes organisms or objects displaying a wide range of bright and distinct colors.
Fall Color
Fall color refers to the seasonal change in foliage pigmentation, primarily in deciduous plants, displaying vibrant hues.
Pollinator Magnet
Describes plants that are particularly attractive and beneficial to a wide range of pollinating organisms.
Urban Friendly
This habitat trait indicates species that can coexist with humans in urban and suburban environments, utilizing man-made structures and green spaces.
Also known as
ChrysanthChrysanthemumMumMums
Collections
Safety
Danger
1/5 · Very low
Always ask an adult before picking flowers, and be gentle with them.
Frequently Asked Questions
How tall is chrysanthemums?
30-150 cm
How wide does chrysanthemums spread?
30-90 cm
How big are the flowers on chrysanthemums?
1-20 cm
When does chrysanthemums bloom?
Late_summer_to_fall
Is chrysanthemums edible?
Yes
Is chrysanthemums toxic?
Mild
What is chrysanthemums's lifecycle?
Perennial
How is chrysanthemums pollinated?
Insect
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