Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
richardsoniana
ID:
36895

Status:
valid

Authors:
Besser

Source:
gcc

Year:
1836

Citation Micro:
Bull. Soc. Imp. Naturalistes Moscou 9: 64, 112 (1836)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000036224

Common Names

  • Richardson's Wormwood
  • Richardson's Mugwort
  • Richardson's Sagebrush

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Description

Artemisia richardsoniana (also called Richardson's sagewort, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant that grows up to 1.2 m tall. It is native to North America and is found in dry, open habitats, such as prairies and meadows.

Uses & Benefits

Artemisia richardsoniana has been used as an ornamental plant, for erosion control, and as a source of food for livestock.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Artemisia arctica sub. sachalinensis (F.Schmidt) Hultén

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The Artemisia richardsoniana flower is yellow in color and has a tubular form. The seed is small and black in color. The seedlings have a rosette form and are covered in small hairs.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Artemisia richardsoniana is a perennial herb that is native to North America. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring in a well-drained soil mix. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and rooted in a light, well-drained soil mix.

Where to Find Artemisia richardsoniana

Artemisia richardsoniana is native to North America and can be found in dry grasslands and open woodlands.

Artemisia richardsoniana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Artemisia richardsoniana?

Artemisia richardsoniana

What is the common name of Artemisia richardsoniana?

Richardson's Mugwort

What is the natural habitat of Artemisia richardsoniana?

Dry, rocky slopes and meadows

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,