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Douglas' sagewort

Scientific Name: Artemisia douglasiana

Family: Asteraceae

Category: Dicot

Growth: Forb/herb

Duration: Perennial

Other Names:

       

Artemisia douglasiana: California Mugwort, Douglas' Sagewort, or Dream Plant

Artemisia douglasiana, commonly known as California Mugwort, Douglas' Sagewort, or Dream Plant, is a fragrant herb native to western North America.

Considerations for Pets

  • This plant is an aromatic herb.

Considerations for Children

  • This plant is an aromatic herb.

Taxonomy and Nomenclature

  • Scientific Name: Artemisia douglasiana Besser
  • Family: Asteraceae (Aster or Sunflower Family)
  • Genus: Artemisia L. (sagebrush, wormwood, sagewort)
  • Synonyms:
    • Artemisia campestris var. douglasiana (Besser) B. Boivin
    • Artemisia caudata Michaux var. douglasiana (Besser) B.
    • Artemisia vulgaris ssp. heterophylla
    • Artemisia vulgaris var. douglasiana

Distribution and Habitat

  • Artemisia douglasiana is found in western North America.
  • It is common throughout California, found in virtually every county.
  • Its range extends from Idaho south to California and along the west coast north to British Columbia.
  • It grows in a wide range of habitats, including moist seep springs.
  • Specific locations mentioned include woodland edges and stream banks.
  • It can be found along the Top Spur Trail at Bald Mountain on the northwest side of Mt. Hood.

Morphological Characteristics

  • Artemisia douglasiana is a perennial herb.
  • It typically grows to about three feet in height.
  • It can form patches that are 3-4 feet wide.
  • The plant has a sage-like fragrance.
  • Features white blooms.
  • It is described as an erect and aromatic plant.

Quirky Facts

  • Artemisia douglasiana is also known as "Dream Plant," suggesting possible traditional or historical associations with sleep or dreaming.

Further Information

  • Integrated Taxonomic Information System (ITIS)
  • uBio
  • Discover Life
  • Oregon Flora Project
  • CalPhotos Photo Database (Brousseau Collection)
  • USDA