by Prof. Catherine Hagenes MD
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Relatively short in stature (usually less than two-feet tall), the long-lived (some can reach more than 100 years), short-branched shrub plays an outsize role in this ecosystem.Mar 30, 2018
How long does it take for sagebrush to mature?
Big sagebrush that is over a meter tall is an indicator of arable land, because it prefers deep, basic soils. Sagebrush is generally long-lived once it makes it past the seedling stage, and can reach ages of over 100 years.
What is the other name of sagebrush?
For other uses, see Sagebrush (disambiguation). Not to be confused with sage plants, in the genus Salvia. Sagebrush is the common name of several woody and herbaceous species of plants in the genus Artemisia. The best known sagebrush is the shrub Artemisia tridentata.
How big do sagebrush trees get?
Big sagebrush buds in June and flowers in fall. Artemisia tridentata is much larger than most sagebrush, growing up to 5 m tall depending on the environment. It has the distinctive 3 lobed leaves and tiny disk flowers. It also has the famous "sweet" sagebrush smell.
Why is sagebrush important to Native Americans?
In addition to the medicinal uses for sagebrush, it is important habitat for native birds, small rodents and reptiles. The plant was used as building material for baskets and rope, and the wood was fuel for early Native American people.
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Sagebrush is a state flower of Nevada, which is also known as Sagebrush State. Sagebrush is perennial plant that can survive over 100 years in the wild. Related Links:
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Description: Plant. Artemisia tridentata is a tall shrub with short branched woody trunks that grows on average about 1 m, but can grow up to 5 m tall. The leaves are wedge to fan-shaped, …
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· Sagebrush is generally long-lived once it makes it past the seedling stage, and can reach ages of over 100 years. Habitat: Notes: Big sagebrush is used as a herbal medicine by …
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· Plant the bush in well-drained soil with plenty of sand or gritty material mixed into a depth of at least 8 inches (20 cm.). Potted plants should grow in a mixture of half sand and …
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Big sagebrush that is over a meter tall is an indicator of arable land, because it prefers deep, basic soils. Sagebrush is generally long-lived once it makes it past the seedling stage, and can reach …
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· Big sagebrush is a survivor. A healthy shrub may live up to 100 years. It competes with native and non-native grasses, and tends to grow abundantly in areas damaged by …
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· Actually Dave, the tumbling stuff is not sagebrush but tumbleweed, a.k.a. Russian Thistle. Russian Thistle grows only one season (perenial?) whereas sagebrush is a shrub. I`ve …
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· 2. Location. Modoc County, California. Nov 24, 2008. #14. 1) burn it, sagebrush is very fire sensitive. 2) spray it, Like all broadleafs, 2-4d will kill it. 3) Chaining, pull the cable or …
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