Plant Details

Artemisia abrotanum

Southernwood

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General Information

Scientific name: Artemisia abrotanum
Also known as: Southernwood

Plant Properties

Layer: Herbaceous
Size: Small
Height: 1.20 m
Width: 1.00 m
Growth Rate: None
Leaf: None

Growth conditions

USDA Hardiness: 4-8
Soil Moisture:
Well-drained, Moist
Soil:
Loam (medium) Sand (light) Clay (heavy)
pH:
Acidic Neutral Alkaline
Light:
Partial shade, Full sun

Usage properties

Edible part:
Condiment, Tea
Edibility:
(1)
Medicinal:
(3)
Features:
Essential oil, Hedge, Dye, Repellent, Fragrant

Description

Young shoots have a bitter and lemon-like flavor. They are used in small quantities in pies, salads, and vinegar to add flavor. Additionally, tea can be made from these young and bitter shoots.

Harvest Data

Start Harvest: 01/08
End of Harvest: 30/09