Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
congesta
ID:
94883

Status:
valid

Authors:
Kitam.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1936

Citation Micro:
Acta Phytotax. Geobot. 5: 93 (1936)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000094212

Common Names

  • Congestion Artemisia
  • Congestive Artemisia
  • Congestive Wormwood

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Description

Artemisia congesta (also called mountain sagebrush, among many other common names) is a shrub that grows up to 1 meter tall. It is native to western North America and is found in dry, rocky slopes and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Artemisia congesta is used as an ornamental plant in gardens, as well as for its medicinal properties. It is known to have anti-inflammatory, anti-bacterial, and anti-fungal properties, and is used to treat skin conditions, digestive issues, and respiratory problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Artemisia congesta is yellow and daisy-like, with a yellow center and yellow petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have a rosette of leaves that are green with a white or silver underside.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Artemisia congesta is a perennial plant that is easy to cultivate and propagate. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation can be done by division or by seed. When propagating by seed, sow the seeds in the spring and keep the soil moist until germination occurs. Division is best done in the spring or fall.

Where to Find Artemisia congesta

Artemisia congesta is native to Europe and can be found in the Alps and Carpathian Mountains.

Artemisia congesta FAQ

What is the scientific name of Artemisia congesta?

Artemisia congesta

What is the common name of Artemisia congesta?

Mountain Sagebrush

What is the family of Artemisia congesta?

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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record gcc-50419: Based on the initial data import
Shirō Kitamura (1906-2002): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kitam.' in the authors string.