Status:
valid
Authors:
L.
Source:
gcc
Year:
1753
Citation Micro:
Sp. Pl. : 847 (1753)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000080179
Common Names
- Artemisia pontica
- Pontic Wormwood
- Pontic Sagebrush
Description
Artemisia pontica (also called Pontic Wormwood, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Europe. It has a basal rosette of leaves and a short stem with yellow flowers. It grows in grasslands, savannas, and disturbed areas.
Uses & Benefits
Artemisia pontica is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Artemisia pontica has small yellow flowers with a diameter of 1-2 cm. The seeds are small and black, with a diameter of 1-2 mm. The seedlings are small, with a single stem and small, light green leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Artemisia pontica is a perennial herbaceous plant that grows up to 1.5 m in height. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or autumn in a sunny position in well-drained soil. Division can be done in spring or autumn.
Where to Find Artemisia pontica
Artemisia pontica is native to Europe and can be found in dry grasslands and rocky slopes.
Artemisia pontica FAQ
What is the scientific name of Artemisia pontica?
Artemisia pontica
What type of plant is Artemisia pontica?
A perennial herb
Where is Artemisia pontica found?
It is found in Europe and Asia
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,