Taxonomy

• Family Name:
• Botanical Name: Artemisia schmidtiana (probable species)
• Common Name: Silver Mound, Angels-Hair, Wormwood, Sagebrush, or Mugwort

Description

Many types of Artemisia are used as herbal remedies but this particular Artemisia doesn’t have any reported herbal or medicinal properties.

Toxicity

Although no reports of toxicity have been seen for this species, skin contact with some members of this genus can cause dermatitis or other allergic reactions in some people.

References:

plantfacts.osu.edu

webmd.com

pfaf.org

Synonyms:

Disclaimer: Vancouver Island Master Gardeners Association (VIMGA) does not advise or recommend herbs for medicinal or health use. Any information in the recommended resources should be regarded as being for educational purposes only and should not be considered as a recommendation or an endorsement of any medical or health treatment.