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Roman Wormwood, scientifically known as Ambrosia artemesiifolia, is an annual plant belonging to the Asteraceae or Compositae family. Roman Wormwood (Latin: Ambrosia artemesiifolia, family Asteroceae) is an edible plant catalogued in PlantSage.
Roman Wormwood is generally regarded as safe for culinary use when correctly identified and prepared. Avoid wild specimens from polluted ground and confirm species before harvest.
Roman Wormwood is a member of the Asteroceae family native to ALA, ASK, ABT, ARI, ARK, and BRC. Roman Wormwood thrives in full to partial sun and requires moist soil that can be light (sandy), medium, or heavy (clay).
Roman Wormwood grows best in USDA zone 4-8, full sun, partial sun/shade light, moist water, and annual life cycle. Detailed sowing, propagation, and care notes are on the full profile.
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