Matricaria comprises a group of resilient annual plants known for their fragrant scent, commonly seen in rock and herb gardens. These plants feature upright stems that branch extensively and bear abundant bipinnate foliage. Their flowers resemble daisies, exhibiting symmetry, predominantly displaying white petals surrounding yellow centers.

Matricaria

Matricaria 'White Star'

Matricaria aurea

Matricaria auriculata (Boiss.) Benth. & Hook. f.

This annual plant reaches heights of approximately 30 cm and features finely divided, grey-green foliage that releases a pleasant fragrance when crushed. From early summer, it generates dome-shaped flowerheads that are yellowish-green and surrounded by white, papery bracts, which also emit a pineapple-like aroma when crushed. Matricaria discoidea tends to establish colonies in disturbed environments, thriving particularly in waste areas, along trails, and pathways.

Matricaria discoidea

Matricaria inodora plenissima

Matricaria inodora var. grandiflora

This annual plant features finely dissected, fragrant leaves and produces daisy-like blooms. The flowers have white ray petals surrounding a central cluster of yellow disc florets and typically appear alone on individual stems from June through August.