Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
alpina
ID:
45663

Status:
valid

Authors:
Pall. ex Willd.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1803

Citation Micro:
Sp. Pl., ed. 4 , 3: 1824 (1803)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000044992

Common Names

  • Alpine Wormwood
  • Alpine Mugwort
  • Artemisia Alpina

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Synonyms

  • Absinthium lanatum Besser [unknown]
  • Artemisia chamissonis Besser [unknown]
  • Absinthium alpinum Besser [unknown]
  • Artemisia caucasica Willd. [unknown]
  • Artemisia argentata Klokov [unknown]
  • Artemisia monticola K.Koch [unknown]
  • Artemisia lanuginosa Poir. [unknown]
  • Artemisia caucasica caucasica [unknown]
  • Artemisia caucasica brachyphylla Boiss. [unknown]
  • Artemisia lanulosa Klokov [unknown]

Description

Artemisia alpina (also called Alpine Wormwood, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub that grows up to 1 m tall. It is native to the Alps in Europe, and grows in dry mountain forests. It has oval-shaped leaves and small, yellow flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Artemisia alpina is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat fever and stomach ache.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Artemisia alpina is a small, white, star-shaped flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedling is a small, thin, light green stem with a few small leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Artemisia alpina is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be grown in a variety of soils, from sandy to clay. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -10°C (14°F). It can be propagated by seed or division in spring or autumn.

Where to Find Artemisia alpina

Artemisia alpina is native to the mountains of central and southern Europe. It can be found in dry meadows, pastures, and other dry areas.

Artemisia alpina FAQ

What is the scientific name of Artemisia alpina?

Artemisia alpina

What are the common names of Artemisia alpina?

No common names are known for Artemisia alpina

What is the natural habitat of Artemisia alpina?

Artemisia alpina is native to the Andes Mountains in South America

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-143516: Based on the initial data import
Carl Ludwig Willdenow (1765-1812): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Willd.' in the authors string.
Peter Simon Pallas (1741-1811): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pall.' in the authors string.