1. A genus of plants in the daisy family, including wormwood and sagebrush, known for aromatic and medicinal properties.
Usage: Often capitalized when referring to the genus; Commonly used in botanical and horticultural contexts
2. Any plant of the genus Artemisia, especially common mugwort or tarragon.
Usage: Lowercase when referring to individual plants or species

Examples

• The garden featured several varieties of artemisia for their silvery foliage.
• Artemisia absinthium, known as wormwood, has been used in traditional medicine for centuries.
• The landscape designer chose artemisia plants because they thrive in dry conditions.
• Tarragon is a culinary artemisia prized for its subtle anise flavor.
• Many artemisia species are native to arid regions of the Northern Hemisphere.