Also known as Oriental Wormwood · Red-Stem Wormwood · Red-Stemmed Wormwood
Redstem Wormwood (Artemisia scoparia) is an aromatic, herbaceous perennial with finely divided foliage and reddish stems, often used in traditional medicine and as an orn
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Full Sun
100% intensity
Prefers at least 6 hours of direct sunlight daily for optimal growth and form.
Moderate
50% intensity
Allow soil to dry between waterings; reduce in winter.
Well-drained
50% intensity
Moderate
50% intensity
Hardy in USDA zones 4-9. Tolerates a range of temperatures but thrives in warmer conditions.
Low
25% intensity
Requires minimal feeding; over-fertilizing can be detrimental.
Safety information from plant toxicity data
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Toxic for humans | No 0/5 intensity |
| Toxic for pets | No 0/5 intensity |
| Edible | No |
None
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Water moderately during the growing season, allowing the soil to dry out slightly between waterings.
Reduce watering significantly in fall and winter, as the plant is dormant and requires less moisture to prevent root rot. Ensure good drainage.
Prune in early spring to shape the plant and remove any dead or damaged stems from the previous year. Deadheading spent flowers in late summer can prevent self-seeding and maintain a tidy appearance.
Cut back to the ground if the plant becomes leggy.
Easily propagated from seed sown in spring, either indoors or directly outdoors after the last frost. Stem cuttings can also be taken in early summer and rooted in moist soil or a sand/perlite mix.
Division of established clumps in spring is another effective method.
Repot young plants annually or every two years in spring to provide fresh soil and adequate space.
Mature plants are often best left undisturbed in their pots or borders, as they prefer slightly crowded conditions and well-drained soil. Repot only when root-bound.
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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 scoparia |
Similar in genus Artemisia
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