Threetip Sage Brush, Wyoming threetip sagebrush

Artemisia tripartita

Physical Characteristics

Artemisia tripartita is a SHRUB growing to 1.8 m (6ft). See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 7. It is in flower from July to August. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs) and is pollinated by Wind. Suitable for: light (sandy) and medium (loamy) soils, prefers well-drained soil and can grow in nutritionally poor 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

North-western N. America.

Habitats

Cultivated Beds;

Edible Uses

Edible Parts: Leaves Seed Edible Uses: Leaves[61]. No further details are given. Seed[46, 61, 105, 161, 257]. No further details are given, but the seed is very small and fiddly to use[K].

Medicinal Uses

Diaphoretic Vulnerary An infusion of the roots, or a decoction of the leaves and branches, is used in the treatment of colds, sore throats, tonsillitis, headaches etc[257]. An infusion of the plant is used as a wash for wounds caused by the removal of corns[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].