Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
filifolia
ID:
11387

Status:
valid

Authors:
Torr.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1827

Citation Micro:
Ann. Lyceum Nat. Hist. New York 2(7-8): 211 (1827)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000010716

Common Names

  • Artemisia
  • Threadleaf Wormwood
  • Filifolia Wormwood

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Description

Artemisia filifolia (also called Sand Sagebrush, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub that grows to a height of 1-2 feet. It is native to the Southwestern United States and Northern Mexico and is found in dry, sandy soils of deserts and plains.

Uses & Benefits

Artemisia filifolia is used as an ornamental plant, as it has attractive foliage and flowers. It can also be used medicinally, as it has anti-inflammatory and anti-bacterial properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Artemisia filifolia has small, yellow flowers with a single row of petals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Artemisia filifolia is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and full sun. It can be grown in containers or in the ground. To propagate by seed, sow the seeds in early spring in a sunny location. To propagate by division, divide the clumps in early spring or fall and replant in a sunny location.

Where to Find Artemisia filifolia

Artemisia filifolia can be found in the Mediterranean region, including parts of Spain, Italy, and Greece.

Artemisia filifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Artemisia filifolia?

Artemisia filifolia

What is the common name of Artemisia filifolia?

Threadleaf sagebrush

What is the habitat of Artemisia filifolia?

It is found in dry grasslands, meadows, and rocky slopes at elevations of up to 2,000 m (6,600 ft).

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-110383: Based on the initial data import
John Torrey (1796-1873): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Torr.' in the authors string.