Persian Wormwood (Artemisia persica)

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

Artemisia persica is a PERENNIAL growing to 0.5 m (1ft 8in). It is in flower from July 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, prefers well-drained soil and can grow in nutritionally poor 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

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

Habitat & North American Range

Rocky slopes and sandy beaches at an elevation of 2900 - 4000 metres. (Zone 4, Zone 5, Zone 6, Zone 7, Zone 8)