Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
scopulorum
ID:
139665

Status:
valid

Authors:
A.Gray

Source:
gcc

Year:
1864

Citation Micro:
Proc. Acad. Nat. Sci. Philadelphia 15: 66. 1864 [1863 publ 1864]

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000138994

Common Names

  • Mountain Sagewort
  • Rocky Mountain Sage
  • Western Sagewort

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Synonyms

  • Artemisia scopulorum scopulorum [unknown]

Description

Artemisia scopulorum (also called Rocky Mountain sagebrush, among many other common names) is an herbaceous perennial plant native to North America, specifically the United States and Canada. It grows in grasslands and open woodlands, reaching heights of up to 0.5 m.

Uses & Benefits

Artemisia scopulorum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal herb. It is used to treat digestive problems, skin diseases, and respiratory disorders.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Artemisia scopulorum has small, white flowers and small, black seeds. The seedlings are small and have a rosette-like shape.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Artemisia scopulorum is a perennial herbaceous plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and full sun to partial shade. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some light frost. It can be grown in containers or in the garden.

Where to Find Artemisia scopulorum

Artemisia scopulorum can be found in the Rocky Mountains of the United States and Canada.

Artemisia scopulorum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Artemisia scopulorum?

Artemisia scopulorum

What is the common name of Artemisia scopulorum?

Rocky Mountain Sagebrush

What is the family of Artemisia scopulorum?

Asteraceae

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-99611: Based on the initial data import
Asa Gray (1810-1888): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Gray' in the authors string.