Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
indica
ID:
748393

Status:
valid

Authors:
Willd.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1803

Citation Micro:
Sp. Pl., ed. 4 , 3: 1846 (1803)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000747726

Common Names

  • Artemisia Indica
  • Indica Artemisia
  • Indian Wormwood

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Description

Artemisia indica (also called Indian Wormwood, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to Europe, North Africa and parts of Asia. It is found in grasslands, meadows, and open woodlands, and prefers moist soils.

Uses & Benefits

Artemisia indica is used in traditional medicine and is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Artemisia indica var. momiyamae (Kitam.) H.Hara
Artemisia indica var. elegantissima (Pamp.) Y.R.Ling & Humphries
Artemisia indica var. kumaonensis (Pamp.) Karthik. & Moorthy

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Artemisia indica is a small, white flower with a yellow center, and the seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Artemisia indica is a perennial plant that is native to the western United States. It is hardy in USDA zones 4-9. It prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or fall, and divisions should be done in spring or early summer.

Where to Find Artemisia indica

Artemisia indica is native to the Himalayas.

Artemisia indica FAQ

What is the scientific name of Artemisia indica?

Artemisia indica

What is the common name of Artemisia indica?

Indian Wormwood

What type of plant is Artemisia indica?

It is a perennial herbaceous plant

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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