Mexican White Sagebrush

Artemisia mexicana

Physical Characteristics

Artemisia mexicana is a PERENNIAL growing to 1 m (3ft 3in). The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs) and is pollinated by Wind. Suitable for: light (sandy) and medium (loamy) soils and prefers well-drained soil. Suitable pH: neutral and basic (mildly alkaline) soils. It cannot grow in the shade. It prefers dry or moist soil and can tolerate drought.

Distribution

South-western N. America - Missouri to Texas, Arkansas and Mexico.

Habitats

Cultivated Beds;

Edible Uses

None known

Medicinal Uses

Emmenagogue Miscellany Poultice Stimulant Vermifuge The plant is emmenagogue, stimulant and vermifuge[61, 213]. The leaves can be chewed to treat sore throats[61, 213, 257]. A poultice of the chewed leaves can be used on sores[257].

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].