135 Species of Genus Tanacetum

Tanacetum: A Deep Dive with Ferb Vu

The world of botany is a vast and fascinating one, filled with an incredible diversity of plant life. As a plant enthusiast, I’m always eager to delve deeper into the intricacies of different genera, and today, I’m excited to share my exploration of the genus Tanacetum with you.

Tanacetum, a member of the Asteraceae family, is a diverse genus comprising around 135 species. These plants, commonly known as tansies, are native to many regions of the Northern Hemisphere. While the term “tansy” often refers specifically to Tanacetum vulgare, the common or garden tansy, the genus encompasses a wide variety of fascinating species.

Morphological Characteristics of Tanacetum

Tansies exhibit a diverse range of growth habits, including annuals, herbaceous perennials, and even subshrubs. Their leaves, often aromatic, are typically deeply cut and exhibit a feathery or fern-like appearance. The inflorescences are generally composed of button-like or daisy-like flower heads, showcasing a vibrant array of colors, including yellow, white, and pink.

A Look at Some Noteworthy Tanacetum Species

The genus Tanacetum boasts a rich assortment of species, each with its unique characteristics and uses. Here are:

  1. Tanacetum abrotanifolium (L.) Druce
  2. Tanacetum abrotanoides K.Bremer & Humphries
  3. Tanacetum achilleifolium (M.Bieb.) Sch.Bip.
  4. Tanacetum akinfiewii (F.N.Alex.) Tzvelev
  5. Tanacetum alatavicum Herder
  6. Tanacetum albanicum (Markgr.) Barina
  7. Tanacetum albipannosum Hub.-Mor. & Grierson
  8. Tanacetum alyssifolium (Bornm.) Grierson
  9. Tanacetum archibaldii Podlech
  10. Tanacetum argenteum (Lam.) Willd.
  11. Tanacetum armenum (DC.) Sch.Bip.
  12. Tanacetum artemisioides Sch.Bip. ex Hook.f.
  13. Tanacetum atkinsonii (C.B.Clarke) Kitam.
  14. Tanacetum aucheri DC.
  15. Tanacetum aucherianum (DC.) Sch.Bip.
  16. Tanacetum audibertii DC.
  17. Tanacetum aureum (Lam.) Greuter, M.V.Agab. & Wagenitz
  18. Tanacetum azerbaidjanicum (Podlech) Sonboli & Behjou
  19. Tanacetum bachtiaricum Mozaff.
  20. Tanacetum balsamita L.
  21. Tanacetum baltistanicum Podlech
  22. Tanacetum bamianicum Podlech
  23. Tanacetum barclayanum DC.
  24. Tanacetum bipinnatum Sch.Bip.
  25. Tanacetum budjnurdense (Rech.f.) Tzvelev
  26. Tanacetum cadmeum (Boiss.) Heywood
  27. Tanacetum canescens DC.
  28. Tanacetum cappadocicum (DC.) Sch.Bip.
  29. Tanacetum changaicum (Krasch. ex Grubov) K.Bremer & Humphries
  30. Tanacetum chitralense (Podlech) K.Bremer & Humphries
  31. Tanacetum cilicium (Boiss.) Grierson
  32. Tanacetum cinerariifolium (Trevir.) Sch.Bip.
  33. Tanacetum coccineum (Willd.) Grierson
  34. Tanacetum corymbiforme (Tzvelev) K.Bremer & Humphries
  35. Tanacetum corymbosum (L.) Sch.Bip.
  36. Tanacetum crassipes (Stschegl.) Tzvelev
  37. Tanacetum daghestanicum (Boiss.) Chandjian
  38. Tanacetum densum (Labill.) Sch.Bip.
  39. Tanacetum depauperatum (Post) Grierson
  40. Tanacetum dumosum Boiss.
  41. Tanacetum eginense (Hausskn. ex Bornm.) Grierson
  42. Tanacetum elbursense Mozaff.
  43. Tanacetum emodi R.Khan
  44. Tanacetum erzincanense Korkmaz, Kandemir & Ilhan
  45. Tanacetum falconeri Hook.f.
  46. Tanacetum galae (Popov) Nevski
  47. Tanacetum germanicopolitanum (Bornm. & Heimerl) Grierson
  48. Tanacetum ghoratense Podlech
  49. Tanacetum griffithii (C.B.Clarke) Muradyan
  50. Tanacetum haradjanii (Rech.f.) Grierson
  51. Tanacetum haussknechtii (Bornm.) Grierson
  52. Tanacetum heterotomum (Bornm.) Grierson
  53. Tanacetum hissaricum (Krasch.) K.Bremer & Humphries
  54. Tanacetum hololeucum (Bornm.) Podlech
  55. Tanacetum isfahanicum Sonboli & Naderifar
  56. Tanacetum joharchii Sonboli & Kaz.Osaloo
  57. Tanacetum karelinii Tzvelev
  58. Tanacetum kaschgarianum K.Bremer & Humphries
  59. Tanacetum kelleri (Krylov & Plotn.) Takht.
  60. Tanacetum kittaryanum (C.A.Mey.) Tzvelev
  61. Tanacetum kotschyi (Boiss.) Grierson
  62. Tanacetum krylovianum (Krasch.) K.Bremer & Humphries
  63. Tanacetum kurdistanicum Maroofi & Rastegar
  64. Tanacetum lanuginosum Sch.Bip. & Herder
  65. Tanacetum larvatum (Griseb. ex Pant.) Hayek
  66. Tanacetum leptophyllum (Steven ex M.Bieb.) Sch.Bip.
  67. Tanacetum macrocephalum Pamp.
  68. Tanacetum macrophyllum (Waldst. & Kit.) Sch.Bip.
  69. Tanacetum marionii (Albov) K.Bremer & Humphries
  70. Tanacetum maymanense Podlech
  71. Tanacetum millefolium (L.) Tzvelev
  72. Tanacetum mindshelkense Kovalevsk.
  73. Tanacetum mucroniferum Hub.-Mor. & Grierson
  74. Tanacetum mucronulatum (Hoffmanns. & Link) Heywood
  75. Tanacetum munzurdaghensis Yıld.
  76. Tanacetum musilii (Velen.) Soldano
  77. Tanacetum nitens (Boiss. & Noë) Grierson
  78. Tanacetum nivale Sch.Bip.
  79. Tanacetum niveum (Lag.) Sch.Bip.
  80. Tanacetum nuristanicum Podlech
  81. Tanacetum odessanum (Klokov) Tzvelev
  82. Tanacetum oltense (Sosn.) Grierson
  83. Tanacetum oxystegium (Sosn.) Grierson
  84. Tanacetum paczoskii (Zefir.) Tzvelev
  85. Tanacetum pakistanicum Podlech
  86. Tanacetum paradoxum Bornm.
  87. Tanacetum partheniifolium (Willd.) Sch.Bip.
  88. Tanacetum parthenium (L.) Sch.Bip.
  89. Tanacetum petrareum (C.Shih) K.Bremer & Humphries
  90. Tanacetum peucedanifolium (Sosn.) K.Bremer & Humphries
  91. Tanacetum pinnatum Boiss.
  92. Tanacetum polycephalum Sch.Bip.
  93. Tanacetum porphyrostephanum (Rech.f.) K.Bremer & Humphries
  94. Tanacetum poteriifolium (Ledeb. ex Nordm.) Grierson
  95. Tanacetum praeteritum (Horw.) Heywood
  96. Tanacetum pulchellum (Turcz. ex DC.) Sch.Bip.
  97. Tanacetum pulchrum (Ledeb.) Sch.Bip.
  98. Tanacetum punctatum (Desr.) Grierson
  99. Tanacetum richterioides (C.Winkl.) K.Bremer & Humphries
  100. Tanacetum robustum Hook.f. & Thomson ex C.B.Clarke
  101. Tanacetum roylei (DC.) Podlech
  102. Tanacetum salsugineum Podlech
  103. Tanacetum sanguineum (Parsa) Parsa
  104. Tanacetum santolina C.Winkl.
  105. Tanacetum saryarkense Kamelin
  106. Tanacetum saxicola (Krasch.) Tzvelev
  107. Tanacetum scopulorum (Krasch.) Tzvelev
  108. Tanacetum sericeum (Adams) Sch.Bip.
  109. Tanacetum silaifolium (Steven ex DC.) Sch.Bip.
  110. Tanacetum silvicola Podlech
  111. Tanacetum sinaicum (Fresen.) Delile ex K.Bremer & Humphries
  112. Tanacetum sipikorense (Bornm.) Grierson
  113. Tanacetum sonbolii Mozaff.
  114. Tanacetum songaricum (Tzvelev) K.Bremer & Humphries
  115. Tanacetum sorbifolium (Boiss.) Grierson
  116. Tanacetum stapfianum (Rech.f.) Podlech
  117. Tanacetum stoliczkae (C.B.Clarke) R.Khan
  118. Tanacetum tabrisianum (Boiss.) Sosn. & Takht.
  119. Tanacetum tanacetoides (DC.) Tzvelev
  120. Tanacetum tarighii Sonboli
  121. Tanacetum tatsienense (Bureau & Franch.) K.Bremer & Humphries
  122. Tanacetum tenuissimum (Trautv.) Grossh.
  123. Tanacetum tirinense Podlech
  124. Tanacetum tomentellum (Boiss.) Grierson
  125. Tanacetum transiliense Herder
  126. Tanacetum tricholobum (Sosn. ex Manden.) Chandjian
  127. Tanacetum trifoliolatum Podlech
  128. Tanacetum ulutavicum Tzvelev
  129. Tanacetum uniflorum (Fisch. & C.A.Mey. ex DC.) Sch.Bip.
  130. Tanacetum urmiense Tabad, Maroofi & Rastegar
  131. Tanacetum vahlii DC.
  132. Tanacetum vulgare L.
  133. Tanacetum yabrudae (Mouterde) Charpin & Dittrich
  134. Tanacetum zahlbruckneri (Nábělek) Grierson
  135. Tanacetum zangezuricum Chandjian

The Ecological Role of Tanacetum

Tansies play a vital role in their ecosystems, providing nectar and pollen resources for a wide range of pollinators, including bees, butterflies, and hoverflies. They also serve as host plants for various insect species.

Human Uses of Tanacetum

Throughout history, humans have utilized Tanacetum species for various purposes. Some species, like common tansy and feverfew, have been employed in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments. Others, like costmary, have been used as culinary herbs or for their aromatic properties. Pyrethrum, with its potent insecticidal properties, has been used to control pests in agriculture and households.

Cultivation and Care of Tanacetum

Many Tanacetum species are relatively easy to cultivate, thriving in a variety of conditions. They generally prefer well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. Propagation can be achieved through seed sowing, division, or cuttings.

Concluding Thoughts

The genus Tanacetum is a testament to the incredible diversity of the plant kingdom. From their varied growth habits and floral displays to their ecological roles and human uses, tansies offer a fascinating glimpse into the intricate world of botany. Whether you’re a seasoned gardener, a plant enthusiast, or simply curious about the natural world, I encourage you to explore the wonders of Tanacetum and appreciate the beauty and utility of these remarkable plants.

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