Tree Southernwood
Artemisia abrotanum 'Tree Form'
Asteraceae
Other names
Tangerine Southernwood
Growth habit
Shrub
Biocultural value
This southern European shrub has been widely cultivated in gardens since the 16th century. The sharply scented feathery leaves were strewn onto floors to refresh stale indoor air and to deter moths from linens. This southern European shrub has been widely cultivated in gardens since the 16th century. The sharply scented feathery leaves were strewn onto floors to refresh stale indoor air and to deter moths from linens.
Location
Source of plant
Well-Sweep Herb Farm
Description
Plants more narrowly upright than the species, producing showy terminal panicles (MFH).
USDA Hardiness Zone
5
Special characteristics
fragrance, growth habit, other ethnobotanical uses