Western Mugwort
Artemisia ludoviciana
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Details & Attributes
| Plant Type(s) | Perennial |
| Native to Arizona | Yes! |
| Water Needs | Low-moderate |
| Sun | Full sun, partial shade |
| Pollinators | Wind |
| Has Spines | No |
| Size In relative feet, width by height |
2-3' × 2-6' |
| Freeze Tolerant | Yes |
| Flowering Season | August-November |
| Flower Color | Grey |
| Minimum Temperature Range | -20 °F |
| Leaf Description | Typically greyish green, with shallow or deep lobes |
| Fruit | Achenes (dry single seeded fruit) |
| View on SEINet | View SEINet Entry |
| Range Map | View SEINet Range Map |
| Elevation Range | 2500-8500 ft. |
| Description | Western mugwort is a very widespread member of the Arizona flora, occuring essentially all over the state in a number of habitats, though it is often seen in and around sandy washes and on slopes. This plant spreads rhizomatously (by the roots) and lends itself well to planting in basins where it will knit the soil together with its roots. Be cautious if planting near other plants as mugwort can be somewhat aggressive in a garden bed. The flowers are fairly inconspicuous but the foliage is lovely and fragrant, and this species makes a great foundation planting. |
