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Close-up of common sagebrush, Seriphidium tridentata, showing silvery-green, narrow leaves and small clustered flower buds.
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common sagebrush

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Also known as: Artemisia tridentata
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Close-up of common sagebrush, Seriphidium tridentata, showing silvery-green, narrow leaves and small clustered flower buds.
common sagebrush Common sagebrush (Artemisia tridentata).

Sagebrush refers to shrubby species within the genus Artemisia, native to the semiarid regions of western North America. These plants are significant landscape dominators and provide crucial habitat for wildlife such as sage grouse and pronghorn.1

The common sagebrush, or big sagebrush (A. tridentata), is a prominent example. It typically grows to a height of 1 to 2 meters (about 3 to 6.5 feet) and is characterized by its silvery-gray, aromatic foliage. Its leaves are small, wedge-shaped, and usually have three teeth at the outer end. Silver sagebrush (Artemisia cana) is another variety, often lower and more branched, with entire, silvery leaves that serve as important browse and shelter for animals.12

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