Artemisia gmelini (Compositae)

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The Artemisia gmelini plant species is found in E. Asia - Himalayas from Afghanistan to C. Nepal. It is a member of the Compositae family. Some home gardeners know the variety as A. sacrorum. Ledeb.

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Latin Name:  Artemisia gmelini
Family:  Compositae
Author:  Weber. ex Steckm.

Known Hazards:  Although no reports of toxicity have been seen for this species, skin contact with some members of this genus can cause dermatitis or other allergic reactions in some people[222].

Mature Height:  1.5   Mature Width:

Habitat:  Dry stony slopes, especially in Ladakh and Lahul, 2100 - 4200 metres[51].

Cultivation Notes: Easily grown in a well-drained circumneutral or slightly alkaline loamy soil, preferring a warm sunny dry position[1, 200]. Established plants are drought tolerant[200]. Plants are longer lived, more hardy and more aromatic when they are grown in a poor dry soil[245]. We are not sure if this plant is annual, biennial or perennial, since various reports differ. Members of this genus are rarely if ever troubled by browsing deer[233].

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