Hoary mugwort

Hoary mugwort (Artemisia stelleriana)

Hoary mugwort, also known as Beach wormwood

Artemisia stelleriana, commonly called hoary mugwort, is predominantly found in East Asian countries such as Japan, Korea, and parts of Russia. It also grows in some regions of China. Notable for its pale-green to white leaves, which give it a distinctive silvery look, this perennial herb is often harvested for culinary uses, including flavoring rice.

Key Facts About Hoary mugwort

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Attributes of Hoary mugwort

Lifespan
Perennial
Plant Type
Herb
Plant Height
15 cm to 30 cm
Spread
30 cm to 35 cm
Leaf Color
Silver
Flower Size
2.5 cm
Flower Color
Yellow

Scientific Classification of Hoary mugwort

Phylum
Vascular plants
Class
Dicotyledons
Order
Asterales
Family
Daisy
Genus
Mugworts
Species
Hoary mugwort