Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
aurata
ID:
65552

Status:
valid

Authors:
Komarov

Source:
gcc

Year:
1923

Citation Micro:
Trudy Glavn. Bot. Sada xxxix. 116 (1923).

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000064881

Common Names

  • Golden Wormwood
  • Artemisia
  • Aurata

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Synonyms

  • Artemisia palustris aurata (Kom.) Pamp. [unknown]

Description

Artemisia aurata (also called Golden Wormwood, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to the Mediterranean region. It has finely divided, grey-green leaves and small yellow flower heads. It grows in dry, rocky soils and is often found in disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Artemisia aurata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and for landscaping. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments, such as fever, inflammation, and digestive disorders.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Artemisia aurata has small, yellow flowers with five petals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Artemisia aurata is a perennial herb that grows in well-drained soils in sunny locations. It can be propagated from seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a flat, lightly moistened soil mix and kept in a warm, sunny location. Once the seedlings have established, they can be transplanted into their permanent location. Division can be done in the spring or fall, with each division containing at least one healthy root.

Where to Find Artemisia aurata

Artemisia aurata is native to the Mediterranean region. It can be found in dry, rocky soils in open areas such as hillsides and roadsides.

Artemisia aurata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Artemisia aurata?

Artemisia aurata

What is the common name of Artemisia aurata?

Golden Wormwood

What is the family of Artemisia aurata?

Asteraceae

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,