Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
adamsii
ID:
69597

Status:
valid

Authors:
Besser

Source:
gcc

Year:
1834

Citation Micro:
Nouv. Mém. Soc. Imp. Naturalistes Moscou 3: 27 (1834)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000068926

Common Names

  • Artemisia Adamsii
  • Adams' Sagebrush
  • Adams' Wormwood

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Synonyms

  • Artemisia tenuifolia Adams ex DC. [unknown]
  • Artemisia depressa Turcz. ex DC. [unknown]

Description

Artemisia adamsii (also called Adams' Wormwood, among many other common names) is a perennial herb with a woody base and a single stem. It has small, yellow flowers and is native to the Caucasus mountains in Europe. It is found in open grasslands, scrublands, and rocky slopes.

Uses & Benefits

Artemisia adamsii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a natural insect repellent. It is also used to make herbal teas and as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Artemisia adamsii has small yellow flowers with a single pistil and five stamens. Its seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings have a rosette of leaves at the base.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Artemisia adamsii is a perennial herbaceous plant that is native to the Mediterranean region. It is best grown in full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by seed or division of the rootstock. The plant is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost.

Where to Find Artemisia adamsii

Artemisia adamsii can be found in the western United States, primarily in California and Oregon.

Artemisia adamsii FAQ

What are the common uses of Artemisia adamsii?

Artemisia adamsii is commonly used as an ornamental plant and for medicinal purposes.

What is the optimal growing environment for Artemisia adamsii?

Artemisia adamsii prefers a warm, sunny environment with well-draining soil.

What are the main characteristics of Artemisia adamsii?

Artemisia adamsii is a perennial shrub with small, white flowers and dark green leaves.

Species in the Artemisia genus

Artemisia koidzumii, Artemisia subulata, Artemisia igniaria, Artemisia keiskeana, Artemisia pedunculosa, Artemisia nivalis, Artemisia japonica, Artemisia nakaii, Artemisia arenaria, Artemisia alba, Artemisia macrocephala, Artemisia carruthii, Artemisia ludoviciana, Artemisia sericea, Artemisia sodiroi, Artemisia sinanensis, Artemisia divaricata, Artemisia princeps, Artemisia occidentalisinensis, Artemisia pedatifida, Artemisia umbelliformis, Artemisia dubia, Artemisia halophila, Artemisia haussknechtii, Artemisia gobica, Artemisia desertorum, Artemisia andersiana, Artemisia filifolia, Artemisia rupestris, Artemisia moorcroftiana, Artemisia viscidissima, Artemisia stricta, Artemisia serrata, Artemisia fulgens, Artemisia dolosa, Artemisia yongii, Artemisia jordanica, Artemisia mongolica, Artemisia taibaishanensis, Artemisia dalai-lamae, Artemisia papposa, Artemisia norvegica, Artemisia oxycephala, Artemisia hancei, Artemisia viridissima, Artemisia sericea, Artemisia granatensis, Artemisia tainingensis, Artemisia polybotryoidea, Artemisia franserioides,

Species in the Asteraceae family

Aaronsohnia pubescens, Aaronsohnia factorovskyi, Abrotanella filiformis, Abrotanella rostrata, Abrotanella linearis, Abrotanella trilobata, Abrotanella muscosa, Abrotanella inconspicua, Abrotanella trichoachaenia, Abrotanella caespitosa, Abrotanella nivigena, Abrotanella pusilla, Abrotanella linearifolia, Abrotanella papuana, Abrotanella rosulata, Abrotanella emarginata, Abrotanella fertilis, Abrotanella spathulata, Abrotanella purpurea, Abrotanella patearoa, Abrotanella submarginata, Abrotanella diemii, Abrotanella scapigera, Abrotanella forsterioides, Acamptopappus shockleyi, Acamptopappus sphaerocephalus, Acanthocephalus benthamianus, Acanthocephalus amplexifolius, Acanthocladium dockeri, Acanthodesmos distichus, Acanthodesmos gibarensis, Acanthospermum humile, Acanthospermum consobrinum, Acanthospermum glabratum, Acanthospermum microcarpum, Acanthospermum hispidum, Acanthospermum australe, Acanthospermum lecocarpoides, Acanthostyles buniifolius, Acanthostyles saucechicoensis, Achillea buiana, Achillea conrathii, Achillea cucullata, Achillea styriaca, Achillea clavennae, Achillea cappadocica, Achillea huber-morathii, Achillea ptarmicoides, Achillea sieheana, Achillea barrelieri,