Russian Wormwood
Artemisia sacrorum
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IOverview
Overview
Russian Wormwood (Artemisia sacrorum) is a perennial plant native to regions including Altay, Amur, Buryatiya, and China North-Central, among others. This member of the Asteraceae family thrives in full sun with varying soil types—light, medium, or heavy—and can tolerate both dry and moist conditions. Hardy from zones 3-7, it grows up to one meter tall and is known for its edible leaves, making it a valuable addition to gardens not only for their ornamental value but also as a culinary ingredient. Its adaptability across diverse habitats makes Russian Wormwood a noteworthy species in botanical studies.
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What is Russian Wormwood?
Russian Wormwood (Artemisia sacrorum) is a perennial plant native to regions including Altay, Amur, Buryatiya, and China North-Central, among others. This member of the Asteraceae family thrives in full sun with varying soil types—light, medium, or heavy—and can tolerate both dry and moist conditions.
What is Russian Wormwood used for?
Traditionally used for stress & anxiety, digestion. Each claim is evidence-rated — see Section II for full citations.
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Top 2 evidence-ranked uses of Russian Wormwood
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IIBenefits & evidence
2 claims · 0 sources
Benefits & evidence
2 claims · 0 sources- Traditional-use note: Russian Wormwood appears in herbal sources around calming and relaxation traditions, often as a decoction. PlantSage presents this as ethnobotanical context, not as medical advice.
Traditional context only. This reviewed claim keeps the original moderate confidence level, but avoids treatment, disease, dosage, or guaranteed-effect language.
- Russian Wormwood is traditionally used in Chinese medicine to support digestion, often prepared as a tea. It may help alleviate digestive discomfort and promote healthy gut function.
The bitter compounds in Russian Wormwood stimulate the production of digestive juices and bile, aiding in the breakdown of food and improving overall digestive health.
IV·bMixology suggestions
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Mixology suggestions
2 draftsEditorial drafts. These pairings are AI-suggested from traditional herbal lore. Always verify with a qualified herbalist before brewing.
Stress Relief
stresstincture
Historically used to soothe nervous tension.
Digestive Ease
digestiontea
Traditionally aids in digestion and soothes the stomach.
Growingconditions · propagation · uses
VCultivation
Cultivation
Russian Wormwood thrives in full sun and prefers well-drained soil that can be light (sandy), medium, or heavy (clay). It is drought-tolerant but will also grow in moist conditions. This perennial plant is hardy in zones 3-7 and reaches a height of about 1 meter. For propagation, you can use division or seed sowing. Harvest the leaves for culinary uses during the growing season.
Light
Full sun
Water
Dry, Moist
Soil
Light (sandy), Medium, Heavy (clay)
Hardiness
3-7
Life cycle
Perennial
Mature size
1.0 m tall
For first-time growers
How to grow Russian Wormwood for the first time
8steps
Start with Russian Wormwood by ensuring you have the right conditions and care practices.
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What you'll need
A suitable location, seeds or young plants, a garden fork, and a watering can.
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Best time to plant
Plant in spring after the last frost or in fall before the first freeze.
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Soil and container prep
Choose a well-draining soil with a pH between 6.0 and 7.5, and prepare by loosening the soil with a fork.
- 4
Sowing or transplanting
Direct sow seeds in the garden after danger of frost is past, or start indoors 4-6 weeks before planting out.
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First two weeks
Water regularly to keep the soil moist but not waterlogged. Monitor for pests and diseases.
- 6
Ongoing care
Water deeply once a week, especially during dry spells. Mulch around the base to retain moisture and suppress weeds.
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Harvest or pruning
Prune in late winter before new growth starts to encourage bushy foliage and prevent legginess.
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Common mistakes
Overwatering, planting in heavy clay soil, neglecting to mulch, and not providing enough sunlight.
VIEdible & utility
Edible & utility
Edible parts:Leaves
Edible uses: The leaves of Russian Wormwood are edible and can be consumed raw or cooked. They are often used in teas or added to salads for a mild flavor. Skip the detailed preparation methods as they were not specified.
Contextrange · companions · related
VIIDistribution
30 native · 0 introduced
Distribution
30 native · 0 introducedDistribution across2 continents· 30 native
Europe1 region
native (1)Russia
Asia8 regions
native (8)AfghanistanChinaJapanMongoliaNepalPakistanSouth KoreaUzbekistan
Broader regions
native:Altay, Buryatiya, Irkutsk, Amur, Chita, Khabarovsk, Kuril Is., Primorye, Sakhalin, Kirgizstan, Krasnoyarsk, Tadzhikistan, Tuva, West Himalaya, Yakutskiya
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