Also known as Ai Ye · Argy Wormwood Leaf · Armoise De Chine (french)
Chinese Mugwort (Artemisia verlotiorum) is an aromatic, herbaceous perennial with a spreading habit, often used for its medicinal properties and as a hardy garden plant.
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Full Sun to Partial Shade
75% intensity
Prefers full sun for best growth and aroma, tolerates partial shade.
Moderate
50% intensity
Keep soil consistently moist, but not waterlogged.
Well-drained
50% intensity
Hardy
50% intensity
Thrives in average room temperatures and tolerates mild frosts.
Low
25% intensity
Not a heavy feeder; light feeding in spring is sufficient.
Safety information from plant toxicity data
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Toxic for humans | No 0/5 intensity |
| Toxic for pets | No 0/5 intensity |
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Chinese Mugwort prefers consistently moist soil but can tolerate short periods of drought once established. Water deeply when the top 2-3 cm of soil feels dry. Avoid waterlogging, as this can lead to root rot.
Reduce watering in winter when growth slows.
Prune Chinese Mugwort in late spring or early summer to encourage bushier growth and prevent excessive height. Cut back stems by about one-third. Remove any dead or damaged stems at any time.
Regular pruning helps maintain a tidy appearance and can invigorate the plant.
Chinese Mugwort is easily propagated by division or stem cuttings. Divisions can be made in early spring or autumn.
Take 10-15 cm cuttings from non-flowering shoots in late spring or early summer and root them in moist soil or water.
Repot established plants every 2-3 years, or when they become root-bound. Spring is the ideal time for repotting. Choose a pot that is only slightly larger than the current one.
Ensure good drainage in the new pot to prevent waterlogging.
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Flowering & fruiting calendar
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Common names and botanical synonyms
Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Asterales |
| Family | Asteraceae |
| Genus | Artemisia |
| Species | Artemisia verlotiorum |
Similar in genus Artemisia
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