Black Sagebrush (Artemisia nova)

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

Artemisia nova is an evergreen Shrub growing to 0.5 m (1ft 8in). It is in leaf all year. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs) and is pollinated by Wind. Suitable for: light (sandy) and medium (loamy) soils and prefers well-drained soil. Suitable pH: neutral and basic (mildly alkaline) soils and can grow in very alkaline soils. It can grow in semi-shade (light woodland) or no shade.

Edible Parts & Harvest Seasons

Edible Parts: Leaves

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

Flavor & Culinary Uses

None known. — Harvested fresh in season according to PFAF botanical monograph.

Habitat & North American Range

Dry plains and hills, 1500 - 2400 metres. (Zone 4, Zone 5, Zone 6, Zone 7, Zone 8)