Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
armeniaca
ID:
131432

Status:
valid

Authors:
Lam.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1783

Citation Micro:
Encycl. 1: 263 (1783)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000130761

Common Names

  • Armenian Wormwood
  • Armenian Sagebrush
  • Armenian Artemisia

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Description

Artemisia armeniaca (also called Armenian mugwort, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Caucasus and Central Asia. It has multiple stems, grows up to 1.5 meters in height, and has small yellow flowers. It is found in dry meadows, steppes, and mountain slopes.

Uses & Benefits

Artemisia armeniaca is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is known for its attractive white flowers.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Artemisia armeniaca is yellow and daisy-like, with a yellow center and white petals. The seed is a small, dark brown achene. The seedlings are slender, with long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Artemisia armeniaca is a hardy perennial that is easy to grow and propagate. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-drained soil and kept moist until germination. Cuttings can be taken in late summer or early autumn and rooted in a pot of moist soil or sand. The plant prefers full sun and well-drained soil.

Where to Find Artemisia armeniaca

Artemisia armeniaca is native to the Mediterranean region, from Spain to Turkey.

Artemisia armeniaca FAQ

What is the scientific name of Artemisia armeniaca?

Artemisia armeniaca

What is the common name of Artemisia armeniaca?

Armenian Wormwood

What type of plant is Artemisia armeniaca?

Herb

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,

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