Sagebrush, Silvermound, Wormwood, Mugwort

Artemisia schmidtiana

Physical Characteristics

Artemisia schmidtiana is a PERENNIAL growing to 0.3 m (1ft) by 0.6 m (2ft in) at a medium rate. It is in flower from August to November, and the seeds ripen from September to November. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs) and is pollinated by Insects. Suitable for: light (sandy) and medium (loamy) soils and prefers well-drained soil. Suitable pH: mildly acid, neutral and basic (mildly alkaline) soils. It cannot grow in the shade. It prefers dry or moist soil and can tolerate drought.

Distribution

E. Asia - Japan.

Habitats

Cultivated Beds;

Edible Uses

Edible Parts: Stem Edible Uses: Stems - cooked[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].