Species:
occidentalisichuanensis
Status:
valid
Authors:
Y.R.Ling & S.Y.Zhao
Source:
gcc
Year:
1985
Citation Micro:
Bull. Bot. Res., Harbin 5(2): 6, as 'occidentali-sich (1985)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000126871
Common Names
- Western Mugwort
- Silver Wormwood
- Silver Sagebrush
Description
Artemisia occidentalisichuanensis (also called 'Western Chinese Mugwort', 'Chinese Mugwort' and 'Sichuan Mugwort', among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to China. It is found in grasslands, meadows, pastures and roadsides.
Uses & Benefits
Artemisia occidentalisichuanensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as treating digestive disorders and fever.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Artemisia occidentalisichuanensis is a small, white, daisy-like flower with yellow centers. The seed is small and black. The seedlings are small and have a rosette of leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Artemisia occidentalisichuanensis is a perennial herb that is native to China. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in the spring and division can be done in the fall or early spring.
Where to Find Artemisia occidentalisichuanensis
Artemisia occidentalisichuanensis can be found in the mountains of China.
Artemisia occidentalisichuanensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Artemisia occidentalisichuanensis?
Artemisia occidentalisichuanensis
What is the common name of Artemisia occidentalisichuanensis?
Sichuan Western Mugwort
What type of plant is Artemisia occidentalisichuanensis?
Perennial herb
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
S.Y. Zhao: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.Y.Zhao' in the authors string.