Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
aleutica
ID:
36859

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hultén

Source:
gcc

Year:
1939

Citation Micro:
Bot. Not. 1939: 829.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000036188

Common Names

  • Aleutian Wormwood
  • Artemisia aleutica
  • Aleutian Sagebrush

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Description

Artemisia aleutica (also called Aleutian Wormwood, among many other common names) is a perennial shrub native to the Aleutian Islands and Alaska. It has a spreading habit and grows up to 1m tall. It is found in alpine and subalpine meadows and along streams.

Uses & Benefits

Artemisia aleutica is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments. It is also used as an ingredient in herbal teas and for flavoring foods.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Artemisia aleutica has small, yellow flowers with five petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have a basal rosette of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Artemisia aleutica is a perennial herb that is native to Alaska. It can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant once established.

Where to Find Artemisia aleutica

Artemisia aleutica is native to Alaska and can be found in coastal areas and on rocky slopes.

Artemisia aleutica FAQ

What are the ideal growing conditions for Artemisia aleutica?

Artemisia aleutica prefers a cool, dry environment with bright, indirect sunlight. It should be watered regularly and kept in well-draining soil.

What type of soil is best for Artemisia aleutica?

Artemisia aleutica prefers a soil that is rich in organic matter and well-draining. A mixture of peat moss, perlite, and compost is ideal.

How often should Artemisia aleutica be watered?

Artemisia aleutica should be watered regularly, about once a week or when the soil is dry to the touch. It is important to avoid overwatering, as this can lead to root rot.

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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record gcc-134995: Based on the initial data import
Eric Hultén (1894-1981): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hultén' in the authors string.