Artemisia nova Black sagebrush (Compositae) Evergreen shrub

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Artemisia nova
Black sagebrush
Evergreen shrub
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The Artemisia nova plant species is found in Western N. America - Washington to California. It is a member of the Compositae family. Common gardeners may know the plant as Black sagebrush. Some home gardeners know the variety as A. arbuscula. Nutt.

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Latin Name:  Artemisia nova
Common Name:  Black sagebrush
Family:  Compositae
Author:  A.Nels.

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:  0.45   Mature Width:

Habitat:  Dry plains and hills, 1500 - 2400 metres[60, 164].

Cultivation Notes: Easily grown in a well-drained circumneutral or slightly alkaline loamy soil, preferring a sunny position. This species has some affinity for calcareous soils[164]. Established plants are very drought tolerant[200]. Plants are longer lived, more hardy and more aromatic when they are grown in a poor dry soil[245]. Unlike several closely related species, this plant does not layer or sprout from the stump if it is cut back[164]. Plants in this genus are notably resistant to honey fungus[200]. Members of this genus are rarely if ever troubled by browsing deer[233].

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