Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
limosa
ID:
44642

Status:
valid

Authors:
Koidz.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1937

Citation Micro:
Pl. Saghal. : 303 (1937)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000043971

Common Names

  • Limosa Artemisia
  • Artemisia
  • Limosa

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Description

Artemisia limosa (also called Limose Wormwood, among many other common names) is a perennial herb in the Asteraceae family. It has yellow flowers and lanceolate leaves. It is native to Europe and grows in meadows, pastures, and other grassy areas.

Uses & Benefits

Artemisia limosa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating fever, malaria, and other ailments. It can also be used as a natural insect repellent.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Artemisia limosa is yellow in color and has a daisy-like shape. The seeds are small and dark brown in color. The seedlings are thin and have long stems with small, feathery leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Artemisia limosa can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-drained soil. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and rooted in a moist, well-drained soil. The plants should be grown in full sun and watered regularly.

Where to Find Artemisia limosa

Artemisia limosa is native to the Mediterranean region. It can be found in dry grasslands and scrublands.

Artemisia limosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Artemisia limosa?

Artemisia limosa

What is the common name of Artemisia limosa?

Limosa Wormwood

What is the natural habitat of Artemisia limosa?

Artemisia limosa is found in dry grasslands, open woodlands, and rocky outcrops in South Africa.

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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