Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
thuscula
ID:
74072

Status:
valid

Authors:
Cav.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1801

Citation Micro:
Anales Ci. Nat. iv. (1801) 86.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000073401

Common Names

  • Thuscula Artemisia
  • Artemisia thuscula
  • Field Wormwood

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Synonyms

  • Artemisia argentea Buch [unknown]
  • Artemisia canariensis Less. [unknown]
  • Absinthium canariense Besser [unknown]

Description

Artemisia thuscula (also called Dwarf Sagebrush, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the aster family. It is native to western North America, where it is widespread in the western United States and northwestern Mexico. It grows in many types of habitats, including grasslands, scrub, and woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Artemisia thuscula has been used in traditional medicine for treating fever, headaches, and stomach aches. It is also used as an ornamental plant for landscaping.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Artemisia thuscula is a small yellow flower with a yellow center and white petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, thin, and have a light green color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Artemisia thuscula is a perennial herbaceous plant that is native to the Mediterranean region. It is easy to propagate from seed or division. Sow the seeds in a well-drained soil in a sunny location in the spring. Division can be done in the spring or fall. The plant should be watered regularly and fertilized every few weeks during the growing season.

Where to Find Artemisia thuscula

Artemisia thuscula is native to northern Europe and can be found in the wild in areas such as the United Kingdom, Ireland, and the Netherlands.

Artemisia thuscula FAQ

What is the scientific name of Artemisia thuscula?

Artemisia thuscula

What is the common name of Artemisia thuscula?

Thistle Sage

Where is Artemisia thuscula found?

Artemisia thuscula is found in the western United States and Canada.

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,

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