Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
simulans
ID:
102717

Status:
valid

Authors:
Pamp.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1930

Citation Micro:
Nuovo Giorn. Bot. Ital. , ser. 2, 36: 434 (1930)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000102046

Common Names

  • Artemisia simulans
  • Silver Wormwood
  • Mugwort

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Description

Artemisia simulans (also called False Wormwood, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant that grows to a height of about 1 m. It is native to the Mediterranean region and is found in dry, open grasslands and scrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Artemisia simulans is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and flower beds. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, colds, and headaches.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Artemisia simulans is yellow and daisy-like, and is about 1 cm in diameter. The seed is small, dark brown, and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small, with oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Artemisia simulans is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It can be grown in full sun to partial shade and prefers moist, well-drained soil. It is best to start the seeds indoors in late winter or early spring and then transplant the seedlings outdoors after the last frost. Division can be done in the spring or fall. It is also possible to propagate by cuttings taken in the summer.

Where to Find Artemisia simulans

Artemisia simulans is native to China and Japan.

Artemisia simulans FAQ

What is the scientific name of Artemisia simulans?

Artemisia simulans

What is the common name of Artemisia simulans?

Mountain Sagebrush

What is the habitat of Artemisia simulans?

It is found in dry, rocky slopes and ridges

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-5929: Based on the initial data import
Renato Pampanini (1875-1949): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pamp.' in the authors string.