Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
biennis
ID:
135361

Status:
valid

Authors:
Willd.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1794

Citation Micro:
Phytographia 1: 11 (1794)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000134690

Common Names

  • Biennial Wormwood
  • Common Wormwood
  • Douglas Wormwood

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Synonyms

  • Artemisia australis Ehrh. ex DC. [unknown]
  • Artemisia tournefortiana Rchb. [unknown]
  • Artemisia armeniaca Willd. ex Ledeb. [unknown]
  • Artemisia pinnatifida Jacquem. ex DC. [unknown]
  • Artemisia inconspicua Spreng. [unknown]
  • Artemisia jacquinii Raeusch. [unknown]
  • Artemisia biennis diffusa Dorn [unknown]
  • Artemisia biennis biennis [unknown]
  • Artemisia hispanica Jacq. [unknown]

Description

Artemisia biennis (also called Biennial Wormwood, among many other common names) is an herbaceous plant native to Europe, Asia, and North America. It is a low-growing plant, typically reaching heights of 10-20 cm, with small, yellow flowers. It is found in grasslands, meadows, and other moist habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Artemisia biennis is used as an insect repellent, for flavoring food, and for medicinal purposes. It can also be used as a cover crop to improve soil fertility.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Artemisia biennis is a yellow, daisy-like flower. The seed is a small, dark brown nutlet. The seedlings are small, green and have multiple stems.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Artemisia biennis is a perennial herb that grows in dry, rocky areas. It is native to Europe and western Asia. It can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in the spring in a well-drained soil and kept moist until germination. Division can be done in the spring or autumn. The divisions should be planted in a well-drained soil and kept moist until established.

Where to Find Artemisia biennis

Artemisia biennis is native to Europe and can be found in grasslands, open woodlands, and disturbed areas.

Artemisia biennis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Artemisia biennis?

Artemisia biennis

What type of plant is Artemisia biennis?

It is a biennial herbaceous plant.

Where is Artemisia biennis native to?

It is native to Europe, Asia, and North America.

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,