Tripleurospermum auriculatum

Names and Synonyms

Scientific Names

Accepted name

Synonyms

• Chamaemelum auriculatum
• Matricaria auriculata

Sources: Wikidata, Catalogue of Life

Taxonomical Classification

This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta, falling under the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae. Within the order Asterales, it is classified under the family Asteraceae. Finally, it is identified by the genus Tripleurospermum.

Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)

Distribution

This plant exhibits a specific distribution pattern across parts of Northern Africa and Western Asia. Within the North African region, it can be found growing in Egypt and Libya. Its presence extends into Western Asia, where it is documented in Iraq. Additionally, the species is distributed throughout the Lebanon-Syria region. Finally, the geographical range of this medicinal plant includes Palestine.

Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)

Botanical Identification

Life history

The life history of Tripleurospermum auriculatum is characterized by an annual lifecycle, meaning the plant completes its entire biological development—from germination to seed production—within a single growing season. As an annual species, it begins its life cycle by germinating from seeds in the soil, typically following seasonal moisture shifts. During its vegetative phase, the plant focuses on establishing a root system and developing its characteristic foliage to maximize photosynthetic capacity. This is followed by a rapid reproductive phase where it produces inflorescences to facilitate pollination. Once sexual maturity is reached and pollination is successful, the plant invests its remaining energy into the maturation of seeds, eventually dying off after the seeds have been dispersed, thereby ensuring the continuity of the next generation.

Lifecycle :

annual

Morphology

The morphology of Tripleurospermum auriculatum is characterized by its growth form as a non-woody herb, lacking any woody tissue in its structure. As a self-supporting plant, it does not exhibit any climbing tendencies, maintaining an upright or spreading habit without the need for external support. The species functions as an independent organism, showing no parasitic behavior toward other plants. In terms of its preferred habitat and moisture requirements, it is categorized as a terrestrial plant, though it can exist within a spectrum that includes semiaquatic and aquatic environments.

Aquatic :

terrestrial

Climber :

self-supporting

Growth form :

herb

Parasite :

independent

Woodiness :

non-woody

Reproduction

The reproduction of Tripleurospermum auriculatum is characterized by its distinct flowering phenology, which plays a critical role in its reproductive cycle. The flowering period for this species is notably variable, as it can occur across a wide range of months depending on environmental conditions and local climates. Specifically, the onset of flowering, or the flowering start, is highly flexible and can be observed throughout the year, spanning from January through December. Similarly, the flowering end period is equally variable, potentially concluding at any point throughout the calendar year. This broad and adaptable flowering window allows the plant to maximize its reproductive success by timing its bloom to coincide with favorable seasonal shifts and pollinator availability.

Flowering time :

Apr

Sources: Global Inventory of Floras and Traits (GIFT)

Activities

Tripleurospermum auriculatum has 4 reported activities identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Antibacterial, Antifungal, Antimicrobial, Antitumor.

Antibacterial

1. Saudi pharmaceutical journal : SPJ : the official publication of the Saudi Pharmaceutical Society

Antifungal

1. Saudi pharmaceutical journal : SPJ : the official publication of the Saudi Pharmaceutical Society

Antimicrobial

1. Saudi pharmaceutical journal : SPJ : the official publication of the Saudi Pharmaceutical Society

Antitumor

1. Saudi pharmaceutical journal : SPJ : the official publication of the Saudi Pharmaceutical Society