Artemisia douglasiana | California Mugwort | 50 Seeds

Artemisia douglasiana, commonly known as California mugwort or Douglas's sagewort, is a native perennial herbaceous plant found in western North America. This species belongs to the Asteraceae family and is characterized by its aromatic, finely divided, and silver-green leaves. The leaves are deeply lobed, giving them a fern-like appearance, and emit a distinct, pleasant fragrance when crushed. Mugwort typically reaches heights of 1 to 2 meters and forms dense, bushy stands. In late summer to early fall, it produces small, inconspicuous flowers in terminal spikes. The plant is adaptable to various soil types, including clay and sandy soils, and is often found in disturbed areas, meadows, and along streambanks. Mugwort has been traditionally used by indigenous peoples for medicinal and ceremonial purposes, and its aromatic properties have led to its occasional use as a culinary herb or in herbal teas. While some consider it invasive in certain contexts, its cultural and ecological signi