Status:
valid
Authors:
Weber ex Stechm.
Source:
gcc
Year:
1775
Citation Micro:
Artemis. 16 (1775)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000003473
Common Names
- Artemisia sericea
- Silky Wormwood
- Silky Sagebrush
Synonyms
- Absinthium grandiflorum Besser [unknown]
- Artemisia holosericea Ledeb. [unknown]
- Artemisia nitens (Steven ex Besser) Steven ex Krasch. [unknown]
- Artemisia holosericea holosericea [unknown]
- Artemisia sericea sericea [unknown]
- Absinthium nitens Besser [unknown]
- Absinthium sericeum Besser [unknown]
- Artemisia sericea ledebouriana Besser [unknown]
- Artemisia sericea pallasiana Besser [unknown]
- Artemisia sericea steveniana Besser [unknown]
- Artemisia sericea gmeliniana Besser [unknown]
- Artemisia coerulescens Pall. [unknown]
- Artemisia nitens Steven ex Ledeb. [unknown]
Description
Artemisia sericea (also called silver sagebrush, among many other common names) is a perennial shrub that grows up to 1 m tall. It has a basal rosette of leaves and a branched stem with small yellow flowers. It is native to western North America and is found in dry, open areas.
Uses & Benefits
Artemisia sericea is an ornamental plant, often used in gardens and landscapes for its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Artemisia sericea has small yellow flowers with a diameter of 1-2 cm. The seeds are small, dark brown and have a diameter of 1-2 mm. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with a few leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Artemisia sericea is a perennial plant that is best grown in full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by division of the clumps in spring or by seed. Seeds should be sown in spring in a cold frame and the seedlings transplanted to their permanent positions in late spring or early summer.
Where to Find Artemisia sericea
Artemisia sericea is native to the western United States and Canada. It can be found in dry, open areas such as prairies, meadows, and along roadsides.
Artemisia sericea FAQ
What is the scientific name of Artemisia sericea?
Artemisia sericea
What is the natural habitat of Artemisia sericea?
Artemisia sericea is native to North America and is found in dry, rocky areas.
What is the flowering period of Artemisia sericea?
Artemisia sericea typically flowers from June to August.
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,