Alpine Wormwood (Artemisia umbelliformis)

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

Artemisia umbelliformis is a PERENNIAL growing to 0.2 m (0ft 8in). See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 4. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs) and is pollinated by Insects. Suitable for: light (sandy) and medium (loamy) soils, prefers well-drained soil and can grow in nutritionally poor soil. Suitable pH: mildly acid, neutral and basic (mildly alkaline) soils. It cannot grow in the shade.

Edible Parts & Harvest Seasons

Edible Parts: Leaves

Harvest Seasons: Early Summer, Spring

Flavor & Culinary Uses

The herb is used in the preparation of a tea and a liqueur, often with the addition of absinthe. The leaves are used as a condiment. — The herb is used in the preparation of a tea and a liqueur, often with the addition of absinthe.; The leaves are used as a condiment.

Habitat & North American Range

Mountain rocks, moraines and river gravels. (Zone 4, Zone 5, Zone 6, Zone 7, Zone 8)