Artemisia montana
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Basic Information
Family: Asteraceae or Compositae
Genus: artemisia
Plant ID (slug): artemisia-montana
Numeric ID: 8919
USDA Hardiness: Coming soon
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Physical Characteristics
Artemisia montana is a PERENNIAL growing to 1.8 m (6ft). It is in flower from August to September, and the seeds ripen from September to October. 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
E. Asia - China, Japan.
Habitats
Woodland Garden Dappled Shade; Cultivated Beds;
Edible Uses
Edible Parts: Leaves Edible Uses: Tea Young leaves - cooked[177]. A tea is made from the leaves[177].
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].
Detailed Information
Additional Information
Title: Artemisia montana
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