Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
judaica
ID:
84916

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1759

Citation Micro:
Syst. Nat. ed. 10 2: 1208 (1759)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000084245

Common Names

  • Judaica Wormwood
  • Judean Wormwood
  • Judaica Artemisia

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Description

Artemisia judaica (also called Wormwood, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to the Mediterranean region. It has a woody stem and small, grey-green leaves. It grows in dry, rocky soils and is often found in coastal areas.

Uses & Benefits

Artemisia judaica is used as a medicinal plant to treat stomach and intestinal problems, as well as for its anti-inflammatory and anti-bacterial properties.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Artemisia judaica sub. judaica
Artemisia judaica sub. sahariensis (L.Chevall.) Maire
Artemisia judaica var. sinaitica Täckh.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Artemisia judaica has small, yellow-green flowers that form a flat-topped cluster. The seeds are small, dark brown and have a long, slender shape. The seedlings are small and have a rosette-like shape.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Artemisia judaica is a perennial plant that is easy to grow and propagate. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation can be done by division in the spring or by seed. Seeds should be sown in the spring in a cold frame or in the garden. Division should be done in the spring or fall.

Where to Find Artemisia judaica

Artemisia judaica is native to the Middle East and can be found in dry, rocky habitats.

Artemisia judaica FAQ

What is the scientific name of Artemisia judaica?

Artemisia judaica

What is the family of Artemisia judaica?

Asteraceae

What is the habitat of Artemisia judaica?

Dry, rocky slopes

Species in the Artemisia genus

Artemisia koidzumii, Artemisia subulata, Artemisia igniaria, Artemisia keiskeana, Artemisia pedunculosa, Artemisia nivalis, Artemisia japonica, Artemisia nakaii, Artemisia arenaria, Artemisia alba, Artemisia macrocephala, Artemisia carruthii, Artemisia ludoviciana, Artemisia sericea, Artemisia sodiroi, Artemisia sinanensis, Artemisia divaricata, Artemisia princeps, Artemisia occidentalisinensis, Artemisia pedatifida, Artemisia umbelliformis, Artemisia dubia, Artemisia halophila, Artemisia haussknechtii, Artemisia gobica, Artemisia desertorum, Artemisia andersiana, Artemisia filifolia, Artemisia rupestris, Artemisia moorcroftiana, Artemisia viscidissima, Artemisia stricta, Artemisia serrata, Artemisia fulgens, Artemisia dolosa, Artemisia yongii, Artemisia jordanica, Artemisia mongolica, Artemisia taibaishanensis, Artemisia dalai-lamae, Artemisia papposa, Artemisia norvegica, Artemisia oxycephala, Artemisia hancei, Artemisia viridissima, Artemisia sericea, Artemisia granatensis, Artemisia tainingensis, Artemisia polybotryoidea, Artemisia franserioides,

Species in the Asteraceae family

Aaronsohnia pubescens, Aaronsohnia factorovskyi, Abrotanella filiformis, Abrotanella rostrata, Abrotanella linearis, Abrotanella trilobata, Abrotanella muscosa, Abrotanella inconspicua, Abrotanella trichoachaenia, Abrotanella caespitosa, Abrotanella nivigena, Abrotanella pusilla, Abrotanella linearifolia, Abrotanella papuana, Abrotanella rosulata, Abrotanella emarginata, Abrotanella fertilis, Abrotanella spathulata, Abrotanella purpurea, Abrotanella patearoa, Abrotanella submarginata, Abrotanella diemii, Abrotanella scapigera, Abrotanella forsterioides, Acamptopappus shockleyi, Acamptopappus sphaerocephalus, Acanthocephalus benthamianus, Acanthocephalus amplexifolius, Acanthocladium dockeri, Acanthodesmos distichus, Acanthodesmos gibarensis, Acanthospermum humile, Acanthospermum consobrinum, Acanthospermum glabratum, Acanthospermum microcarpum, Acanthospermum hispidum, Acanthospermum australe, Acanthospermum lecocarpoides, Acanthostyles buniifolius, Acanthostyles saucechicoensis, Achillea buiana, Achillea conrathii, Achillea cucullata, Achillea styriaca, Achillea clavennae, Achillea cappadocica, Achillea huber-morathii, Achillea ptarmicoides, Achillea sieheana, Achillea barrelieri,

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