Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
glacialis
ID:
70409

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1763

Citation Micro:
Sp. Pl. ed. 2 2: 1187 (1763)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000069738

Common Names

  • Artemisia Glacialis
  • Glacial Wormwood
  • Alpine Wormwood

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Description

Artemisia glacialis (also called Alpine Mugwort, Glacier Wormwood, and Arctic Wormwood, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to the mountains of Europe and Asia. It has small, yellow flowers and can reach heights of up to 1 meter. It typically grows in rocky, alpine areas.

Uses & Benefits

Artemisia glacialis has been used as an ornamental plant in gardens, as well as for medicinal purposes. It has been used to treat skin conditions, as well as to reduce inflammation and pain.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Artemisia glacialis has small, yellow flowers that are clustered in a head-like structure. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have bright green, finely divided leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Artemisia glacialis is a perennial herb that is native to Asia. It can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soils. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some shade.

Where to Find Artemisia glacialis

Artemisia glacialis is found in the alpine regions of the Himalayas.

Artemisia glacialis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Artemisia glacialis?

Artemisia glacialis

What are the common names of Artemisia glacialis?

Mountain Wormwood, Glacier Wormwood

What type of plant is Artemisia glacialis?

Perennial

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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