Saline Wormwood (Artemisia Santonicum) is a perennial herb in the Asteraceae family with easy care difficulty. It requires drought-tolerant watering and full sun light in USDA hardiness zones 4-8. This plant is toxic to cats and dogs — keep it out of reach of pets.

Artemisia santonicum is a herbaceous perennial plant in the Asteraceae family, known for its tolerance to saline soils and native to parts of Eastern Europe and Western Asia.

Saline Wormwood

Saline Wormwood

Artemisia Santonicum

Artemisia santonicum is a herbaceous perennial plant in the Asteraceae family, known for its tolerance to saline soils and native to parts of Eastern Europe and Western Asia.

Quick Facts

Type
herb
Lifecycle
perennial
Care Difficulty
Easy
Water Needs
drought-tolerant
Light
Full Sun
Hardiness Zones
4-8

Safety

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Not Pet Safe
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Child Safe
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Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:sandy, loamy, gravelly
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:groundcover, drought-tolerant landscaping, soil stabilization

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Saline Wormwood

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Expert Care Tips

Pro tips from botanists and plant experts

Watering Tip

Check soil moisture by inserting your finger 1 inch deep. Water only when the top layer feels dry to prevent overwatering.

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Taxonomy

Family:Asteraceae
Genus:Artemisia