Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
kawakamii
ID:
120176

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hayata

Source:
gcc

Year:
1919

Citation Micro:
Icon. Pl. Formosan. viii. 65 (1919).

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000119505

Common Names

  • Artemisia kawakamii
  • Kawakami's Wormwood
  • Kawakami's Mugwort

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Description

Artemisia kawakamii (also called Japanese Mugwort, among many other common names) is a perennial herb with small, oval-shaped leaves and yellow flowers. It is native to Japan and is found in disturbed areas, roadsides, and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Artemisia kawakamii is used for medicinal purposes, as an ornamental plant, and as a source of essential oils. It is also known to attract beneficial insects and birds.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Artemisia kawakamii has small yellow flowers, and the seeds are small and black. The seedlings have narrow, linear leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Artemisia kawakamii is a perennial herb that grows in full sun to partial shade. It prefers well-drained soils and can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It can also be propagated by division of the root system.

Where to Find Artemisia kawakamii

Artemisia kawakamii can be found in the alpine and subalpine regions of Japan.

Artemisia kawakamii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Artemisia kawakamii?

Artemisia kawakamii

What is the natural habitat of Artemisia kawakamii?

It is native to Japan, Korea, and Taiwan.

What are the uses of Artemisia kawakamii?

It is used as an ornamental plant, for medicinal purposes, and as a food source.

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-8080: Based on the initial data import
Bunzō Hayata (1874-1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hayata' in the authors string.