Siberian wormwood

Artemisia laciniata

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Basic Information

Family: Asteraceae or Compositae

Genus: artemisia

Plant ID (slug): artemisia-laciniata

Numeric ID: 20525

USDA Hardiness: Coming soon

Ratings

Physical Characteristics

Artemisia laciniata is a PERENNIAL. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs) and is pollinated by Insects. Suitable for: light (sandy), medium (loamy) and heavy (clay) soils and prefers well-drained soil. Suitable pH: mildly acid, neutral and basic (mildly alkaline) soils. It can grow in semi-shade (light woodland) or no shade. It prefers dry or moist soil and can tolerate drought.

Distribution

Europe to E. Asia.

Habitats

Cultivated Beds;

Edible Uses

Edible Parts: Leaves Edible Uses: Parboiled and used as a food[177]. No more details are given, we assume that the report refers to the leaves[K].

Medicinal Uses

None known

Known Hazards

Although no reports of toxicity have been seen for this species, skin contact with some members of this genus can cause dermatitis or other allergic reactions in some people[222].