Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
oxycephala
ID:
14638

Status:
valid

Authors:
Kitag.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1936

Citation Micro:
Rep. Exped. Manchoukuo Sect. IV, Pt. 4, Index Fl. Jeholensis 93. 1936 [Aug 1936]

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000013967

Common Names

  • Artemisia oxycephala
  • Sharp-Headed Wormwood
  • Sharp-Headed Sagebrush

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Synonyms

  • Artemisia oxycephala taiyangensis G.Y.Zhang, L.S.Wang & H.X.Ma [unknown]
  • Artemisia oxycephala oxycephala [unknown]
  • Artemisia oxycephala oxycephala [unknown]
  • Artemisia oxycephala oxycephala [unknown]
  • Artemisia oxycephala shanhaiensis G.Y.Zhang, L.S.Wang & H.X.Ma [unknown]
  • Artemisia oxycephala sporadantha W.Wang ex J.Yun Li [unknown]
  • Artemisia oxycephala aureinitens W.Wang ex J.Yun Li [unknown]
  • Artemisia oxycephala xinkaiensis G.Y.Zhang & L.S.Wang [unknown]

Description

Artemisia oxycephala (also called the Dwarf Wormwood, among many other common names) is a perennial plant that grows up to 40 cm in height. It is native to Central Asia and is found in dry meadows, rocky slopes and steppes. It has a silvery-green foliage and small yellow flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Artemisia oxycephala is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a natural source of food for wildlife. It is also used as a medicinal plant, and its leaves can be used to make tea.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Artemisia oxycephala is a white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is small and black and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Artemisia oxycephala is a hardy, low-growing perennial that is best grown in full sun and well-drained soil. It can be propagated by division or seed, and is an excellent choice for rock gardens, borders, and containers.

Where to Find Artemisia oxycephala

Artemisia oxycephala can be found in the western United States, from California to Montana, and in parts of Canada.

Artemisia oxycephala FAQ

What is the scientific name of Artemisia oxycephala?

Artemisia oxycephala

What is the common name of Artemisia oxycephala?

Mountain Wormwood

Where is Artemisia oxycephala found?

Artemisia oxycephala is found in the mountains of Central Asia and the Himalayas.

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-113508: Based on the initial data import
Masao Kitagawa (1910-1995): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kitag.' in the authors string.