Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
umbrosa
ID:
24213

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Besser) Pamp.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1930

Citation Micro:
Pamp. in Nuovo Giorn. Bot. Ital., nov. ser. 36(4). 1930. 448 1930

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000023542

Common Names

  • Umbrosa Artemisia
  • Artemisia umbrosa
  • Umbrosa Wormwood

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Description

Artemisia umbrosa (also called Shadowy Mugwort, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to North America. It has yellow flowers and grows in dry, open areas such as grasslands, scrublands, and woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Artemisia umbrosa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant to treat fever, inflammation, and other ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower: Artemisia umbrosa has yellow flowers. Seed: The seeds are small, black and shiny. Seedlings: The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Artemisia umbrosa is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be propagated by seed in spring or autumn. Seeds should be sown in a cold frame or in a sheltered spot outdoors. Division can be done in spring or autumn. The plant can also be propagated by cuttings in summer.

Where to Find Artemisia umbrosa

Artemisia umbrosa is native to the Mediterranean region of Europe and North Africa.

Artemisia umbrosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Artemisia umbrosa?

Artemisia umbrosa

What is the common name of Artemisia umbrosa?

Umbrosa Wormwood

What is the natural habitat of Artemisia umbrosa?

Dry, rocky hillsides and open woodlands

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

Wilibald Swibert Joseph Gottlieb von Besser (1784-1842): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Besser' in the authors string.
Renato Pampanini (1875-1949): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pamp.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:180244-1: Based on the initial data import