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Pacific alpine wormwood
Scientific Name: Artemisia glomerata var. subglabrata
Family: Asteraceae
Category: Dicot
Growth: Subshrub, Forb/herb
Duration: Perennial
Other Names:
Artemisia glomerata - Pacific Alpine Wormwood
Artemisia glomerata, commonly known as Pacific Alpine Wormwood, is a subshrub forb/herb belonging to the genus Artemisia. It is a perennial plant.
Taxonomy and Nomenclature
- Scientific Name: Artemisia glomerata Ledeb.
- Common Names: Pacific Alpine Wormwood, Clustered Wormwood, Congested Sagewort, Cudweed Sagewort
- Family: Asteraceae (Sunflower family)
- Synonyms/Variations:
- Artemisia glomerata Ledeb. var. glomerata
- Artemisia glomerata Ledeb. var. subglabrata Hultn
Distribution and Habitat
- Artemisia glomerata is found in alpine and subalpine areas.
- It grows in rocky places, talus, scree, and drainages, typically at elevations of 10,000–12,000 feet.
Considerations for Pets
- All types of wormwood, including Pacific Alpine Wormwood, have an extremely bitter taste.
Additional Information
- Artemisia glomerata can tolerate freezing temperatures, although not intense ones.
- It is referenced by the symbol ARGLG.