Artemisia vulgaris

Mugwort

Synonyms

Chrysanthemum Weed, Felon Herb, Wormwood

ID Characteristic

Life cycle: Perennial
Growth Habit: Erect
Propagation: Rhizomes, rarely by seed
Leaf Margin: Serrated (near tip)
Leaf Hairs: Slightly hairy on upper surface
Leaf Structure: Deeply lobed and pointed
Leaf Arrangement: Alternate
Root Type: Rhizomes
Flower Color: Yellowish

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Herbicidal Control Options

  • Preemergence: Dicamba
  • Post Emergence: 2,4-D

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