One-leaved Mugwort (Artemisia monophylla)

Family: Asteraceae or Compositae | Edibility: Edible (1/5)

Artemisia monophylla is a PERENNIAL growing to 1 m (3ft 3in). It is in flower from August to October, and the seeds ripen from August to October. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs) and is pollinated by Insects. Suitable for: light (sandy), medium (loamy) and heavy (clay) soils and prefers well-drained soil. Suitable pH: mildly acid, neutral and basic (mildly alkaline) soils.

Edible Parts & Harvest Seasons

Edible Parts: Leaves

Harvest Seasons: Early Summer, Fall, Late Summer, Spring

Flavor & Culinary Uses

One report says that the plant is edible, it does not say what part of the plant. — One report says that the plant is edible, it does not say what part of the plant.

Habitat & North American Range

Grassy slopes in high mountains, C. Japan. (Zone 4, Zone 5, Zone 6, Zone 7, Zone 8)