Characteristic |
Specification |
Common Name |
African Wormwood, African Mugwort |
Scientific Name |
Artemisia Afra |
Family |
Asteraceae |
Plant Type |
Perennial Herb |
Height |
1 to 3 meters (3 to 10 feet) |
Stem |
Erect, woody base with branching stems |
Leaves |
Pinnately lobed, gray-green to silvery in color |
Leaf Size |
3 to 9 cm in length |
Flower Color |
Yellow to yellowish-green |
Flowering Season |
Late summer to autumn |
Root System |
Fibrous, deep root system |
Habitat |
Prefers rocky, well-drained soil in semi-arid regions |
Climate |
Thrives in warm climates with moderate rainfall |
Odor |
Strong, aromatic scent |
Plant Longevity |
Long-lived, can persist for several years |