Dendranthema indicum Chrysanthemum (Compositae)

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Dendranthema indicum
Chrysanthemum
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The Dendranthema indicum plant species is found in E. Asia - C. and S. Japan. It is a member of the Compositae family. Common gardeners may know the plant as Chrysanthemum. Some home gardeners know the variety as Chrysanthemum indicum. L.

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Latin Name:  Dendranthema indicum
Common Name:  Chrysanthemum
Family:  Compositae
Author:  (L.)Desmoul.

Known Hazards:  None known

Mature Height:     Mature Width:

Habitat:  Found wild in most habitats[147].

Cultivation Notes: Succeeds in most well-drained fertile soils in a sunny position[1, 200]. This species is closely related to D. x grandiflorum (the cultivated chrysanthemum) according to one report[58] whilst another says that it is a parent of the cultivated chrysanthemum[1]. When bruised, the foliage has a pungent refreshing fragrance that is somewhat lemon-like and reminiscent of chamomile[245].

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