Field wormwood - Artemisia campestris (Taxonomy, Characteristics, Distribution, Images)

Field wormwood

Also known as: Northern wormwood, Field sagewort, Breckland wormwood

A member of the aster or sunflower family, field wormwood is also known as field mugwort. This plant is aromatic and grows nodding flowers that do not have petals. It grows as a biennial in sunny, dry soils.

Scientific classification

Species

Field wormwood (Artemisia campestris)

Asters bellflowers fanflowers and allies

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Perennial, Biennial

Lifespan

1.5 m

Plant Height

1.5 mm to 2.5 mm

Flower Size

White, Yellow, Green

Flower Color

Semi-evergreen

Leaf type

20 - 35 ℃

Ideal Temperature

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Distribution of Field wormwood

Distribution Map

Field wormwood is naturally found across temperate regions of the Northern Hemisphere, thriving in a variety of habitats from grasslands to arid deserts. Its growth extends to parts of both the Old and New World. Additionally, field wormwood has been introduced to other areas, including major regions in Asia.

Native

Cultivated

Invasive

Introduced

No species reported

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Habitat

Heaths

Hemisphere Trend Curve

Northern

Sorthern

Care Guide for Field wormwood

Every week

Water

Full sun

Sunlight

20 - 35 ℃

Ideal Temperature

Water: Field wormwood thrives in moderate moisture with adaptations to periodic dry spells. It prefers consistent hydration and can tolerate short droughts. Weekly watering is optimal, and it is best cultivated outdoors to benefit from natural rainfall in similar climate zones.

Fertilize: For optimal growth, field wormwood requires monthly fertilization with a balanced 10-10-10 mix during spring and summer. Use about a teaspoon per square foot to avoid over-fertilization. Reduce feeding in fall as field wormwood enters dormancy, ensuring soil is moist before application to support healthy roots.

Pruning: Field wormwood is a resilient perennial with aromatic grey-green foliage. Prune in early to late spring to encourage growth and maintain shape. Avoid heavy pruning late in the season to reduce stress. Regular trimming enhances air circulation and overall vigor, ensuring a healthy plant year-round.

Propagation: Field wormwood propagation can occur via seeds or cuttings. For cuttings, take 3-4 inch sections in late summer, use loose sandy compost or perlite, and apply rooting powder. Keep moist; roots should develop in 1-2 weeks. Transplant when roots emerge, spacing cuttings at least 15 inches apart.

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Images of Field wormwood

Distribution of Field wormwood

Care Guide for Field wormwood

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