Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
vexans
ID:
126240

Status:
valid

Authors:
Pamp.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1930

Citation Micro:
Nuovo Giorn. Bot. Ital. , ser. 2, 36: 427 (1930)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000125569

Common Names

  • Vexans Wormwood
  • Vexans Mugwort
  • Vexans Sagebrush

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Description

Artemisia vexans (also called Vexing Wormwood, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to the Middle East and parts of India. It has long, narrow leaves and small yellow flowers. It prefers dry, rocky soils and is often found in open meadows and along roadsides.

Uses & Benefits

Artemisia vexans is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments, including fever, headaches, and digestive issues.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Artemisia vexans is a yellow, daisy-like flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedling is a small, green plant with a single stem and two small leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Artemisia vexans is a perennial herb native to the Mediterranean region. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings and prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -20°C.

Where to Find Artemisia vexans

Artemisia vexans can be found in North America, Europe, and Asia.

Artemisia vexans FAQ

What is the scientific name of Artemisia vexans?

Artemisia vexans

What is the common name of Artemisia vexans?

Vexing Wormwood

What is the natural habitat of Artemisia vexans?

It is native to the steppes of Central Asia

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-86644: Based on the initial data import
Renato Pampanini (1875-1949): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pamp.' in the authors string.