Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
papposa
ID:
14523

Status:
valid

Authors:
S.F.Blake & Cronquist

Source:
gcc

Year:
1950

Citation Micro:
Leafl. W. Bot. 6: 43. 1950

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000013852

Common Names

  • Artemisia Papposa
  • Artemisia
  • Papposa

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Description

Artemisia papposa (also called pappus wormwood, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to North America. It has a low-growing habit with grey-green, deeply divided leaves and small, yellow flower heads. It grows in dry, sunny places such as grasslands, woodlands and rocky slopes.

Uses & Benefits

Artemisia papposa is used as an ornamental plant, for soil stabilization, and as a medicinal plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Artemisia papposa is a yellow, daisy-like flower with a yellow center. The seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small, with long, narrow leaves and a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Artemisia papposa is a hardy perennial that is best propagated by division in spring or autumn. Dig up the clumps of plants and divide them into smaller sections, making sure each section has a good root system. Replant the divisions in well-drained soil in a sunny spot and keep the soil moist until the plants are established.

Where to Find Artemisia papposa

Artemisia papposa is native to North America and can be found in dry grasslands, meadows, and disturbed areas.

Artemisia papposa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Artemisia papposa?

Artemisia papposa

What is the common name of Artemisia papposa?

Pappus Wormwood

What is the natural habitat of Artemisia papposa?

Open woods, meadows, and fields

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-113398: Based on the initial data import
Sidney Fay Blake (1892-1959): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.F.Blake' in the authors string.
Arthur Cronquist (1919-1992): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Cronquist' in the authors string.