Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
rigida
ID:
103503

Status:
valid

Authors:
A.Gray

Source:
gcc

Year:
1883

Citation Micro:
Proc. Amer. Acad. Arts xix. (1883) 49.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000102832

Common Names

  • Rigid Wormwood
  • Giant Wormwood
  • Silver Wormwood

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Description

Artemisia rigida (also called Rigid Wormwood, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub that grows up to 1 m tall. It is native to the Mediterranean region and is found in dry, rocky habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Artemisia rigida is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, headache, and stomachache.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Artemisia rigida has small white flowers that bloom in the summer. The seeds are small and brown, and the seedlings are small and have a hairy stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Artemisia rigida is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers a well-drained soil in full sun or partial shade. It is drought tolerant and can be grown in a wide range of soils. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Cuttings should be taken in the spring or summer and planted in a well-drained soil. Seeds should be sown in the spring or summer in a well-drained soil and kept moist until germination occurs.

Where to Find Artemisia rigida

Artemisia rigida is native to the western United States and can be found in dry, disturbed areas such as roadsides and pastures.

Artemisia rigida FAQ

What is the scientific name of Artemisia rigida?

Artemisia rigida

What is the common name of Artemisia rigida?

Rigid Wormwood

What is the family of Artemisia rigida?

Asteraceae

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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record gcc-6025: Based on the initial data import
Asa Gray (1810-1888): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Gray' in the authors string.