The difference between Artemisia capillaris and Artemisia annua

1. Leaf Difference

The leaves of Artemisia capillaris are very soft and wrinkled. When the leaves are flattened, they are pinnately divided 1 to 3 times. The leaves are 1 to 3 cm long and about 1 cm wide. The lobes are linear, ovate or oblanceolate, with entire margins.

The leaves of Artemisia annua are alternate, with both sides being green or light green. The leaves in the middle of the stem are pinnate-shaped, with small linear lobes. The lobes are oblong, with a cuneate base, a sharp tip, and small serrations.

2. Flower Differences

The inflorescence of Artemisia capillaris is ovoid or nearly spherical, with many flowers with a diameter of 1.5 to 2 mm.

Artemisia annua has a capitulate inflorescence that is hemispherical or nearly hemispherical, with a diameter of 3.5 to 4 mm. The inflorescence hangs down and the flowers are light yellow.