Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
pygmaea
ID:
33556

Status:
valid

Authors:
A.Gray

Source:
gcc

Year:
1886

Citation Micro:
Proc. Amer. Acad. Arts 21: 413. 1886

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000032885

Common Names

  • Pygmy Wormwood
  • Pygmy Sagebrush
  • Artemisia Pygmaea

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Synonyms

  • Seriphidium pygmaeum (A.Gray) W.A.Weber [unknown]

Description

Artemisia pygmaea (also called 'Pygmy Wormwood' and 'Pygmy Artemisia', among many other common names) is a small, evergreen shrub native to Europe. It has grey-green foliage and small, white flowers. It is found in dry, rocky habitats and along the coast.

Uses & Benefits

Artemisia pygmaea has non-medical uses such as being used as an ornamental plant, for its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used as a natural dye, and its essential oils are used in aromatherapy.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Artemisia pygmaea has small, white flowers and its seeds are small and black. Its seedlings are small and have a rosette of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Artemisia pygmaea is a perennial plant native to Europe. It can be propagated from seed, which should be sown in spring or summer in a warm, sunny location. The seedlings should be transplanted once they have developed a few sets of leaves. It can also be propagated from division, which should be done in spring or summer. The divisions should be planted in moist soil and kept in a warm, sunny location.

Where to Find Artemisia pygmaea

Artemisia pygmaea is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in dry, rocky habitats.

Artemisia pygmaea FAQ

What is the common name of Artemisia pygmaea?

Pygmy Sagebrush

What is the natural habitat of Artemisia pygmaea?

Dry grassland, rocky slopes, and disturbed areas

What is the flowering period of Artemisia pygmaea?

Spring to summer

What is the scientific name of Artemisia pygmaea?

Artemisia pygmaea

What is the life cycle of Artemisia pygmaea?

Annual

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-131804: Based on the initial data import
Asa Gray (1810-1888): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Gray' in the authors string.