Status:
valid
Authors:
D.C.Eaton
Source:
gcc
Year:
1871
Citation Micro:
Botany [Fortieth Parallel] 180, t. 19 (1871)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000061245
Common Names
- Spiny Wormwood
- Artemisia spinescens
- Spiny Sagebrush
Description
Artemisia spinescens (also called Spiny Wormwood, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to the Mediterranean region. It grows up to 1 meter in height and has small, yellow flowers and spiny, gray-green leaves. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil and is often found in dry, rocky habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Artemisia spinescens is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscaping. It is also used as a medicinal herb for treating various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Artemisia spinescens is yellow and daisy-like. Its seeds are small and black. The seedlings are green and have long, thin stems.
Cultivation and Propagation
Artemisia spinescens is a perennial herb native to North America. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or division of the clumps. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a warm, sunny location. Division of the clumps can be done in spring or early summer.
Where to Find Artemisia spinescens
Artemisia spinescens can be found in the Mediterranean region, particularly in Spain and Portugal.
Artemisia spinescens FAQ
What is the scientific name of Artemisia spinescens?
Artemisia spinescens
What is the common name of Artemisia spinescens?
Spiny Wormwood
What is the natural habitat of Artemisia spinescens?
Dry, rocky slopes in the western United States
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,