Weed of the Month - Absinth Wormwood

Absinth Wormwood (Artemisia absinthium L.)

Absinth wormwood is a member of the Sunflower family. It is a robust perennial that grows 16-48 inches tall with large light-gray leaves which are oblong in shape. Stems arise from a taproot and branch from the base. Stems are ½ inch or greater in diameter, and reddish in color. Flowering occurs in late summer. It is frequently found near streams, lakes, or irrigation ditches.

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Additional information on Absinth Wormwood can be found at http://www.aspenpitkin.com/Portals/0/docs/county/PublicWorks/land-management/Scans/Absinth%20Brochure.pdf

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