Species:
orientalixizangensis
Status:
valid
Authors:
Y.R.Ling & Humphries
Source:
gcc
Year:
1990
Citation Micro:
Bull. Bot. Res., Harbin 10(1): 19, as 'orientali-xiza (1990)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000026953
Common Names
- Oriental Wormwood
- Oriental Mugwort
- Mugwort
Description
Artemisia orientalixizangensis (also called Oriental Wormwood, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Xizang province of China. It has a basal rosette of leaves and yellow flowers. It typically grows in open grasslands and meadows.
Uses & Benefits
Solanum chalmersii is used as a food source and also for medicinal purposes. It is known to have anti-inflammatory, anti-bacterial, and anti-fungal properties. It is also used as a natural insect repellent and can be used to make a tea that can help with digestive issues.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Artemisia orientalixizangensis is a small, yellow-green disc flower with a white center. The seed is a small, dark brown achene with a white tuft of hairs. The seedlings are small, with a single stem and a few leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Artemisia orientalixizangensis is a shrub native to the Himalayan region. It is tolerant of drought and can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It can be propagated from cuttings taken in spring or summer. It can also be grown from seed, which should be sown in a well-drained soil mix.
Where to Find Artemisia orientalixizangensis
Artemisia orientalixizangensis is found in the Xizang Autonomous Region of China.
Artemisia orientalixizangensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Artemisia orientalixizangensis?
Artemisia orientalixizangensis
What is the common name of Artemisia orientalixizangensis?
Oriental Wormwood
What is the natural habitat of Artemisia orientalixizangensis?
Grasslands and meadows
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Artemisia igniaria,
Artemisia keiskeana,
Artemisia pedunculosa,
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Artemisia japonica,
Artemisia nakaii,
Artemisia arenaria,
Artemisia alba,
Artemisia macrocephala,
Artemisia carruthii,
Artemisia ludoviciana,
Artemisia sericea,
Artemisia sodiroi,
Artemisia sinanensis,
Artemisia divaricata,
Artemisia princeps,
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Artemisia dubia,
Artemisia halophila,
Artemisia haussknechtii,
Artemisia gobica,
Artemisia desertorum,
Artemisia andersiana,
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Artemisia rupestris,
Artemisia moorcroftiana,
Artemisia viscidissima,
Artemisia stricta,
Artemisia serrata,
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Artemisia dolosa,
Artemisia yongii,
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Artemisia sericea,
Artemisia granatensis,
Artemisia tainingensis,
Artemisia polybotryoidea,
Artemisia franserioides,
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