Family: Asteraceae
Author: L.
Bibliography: Sp. Pl.: 849 (1753)
Year: 1753
Status: accepted
Rank: species
Genus: Artemisia
Vegetable: Unknown
Observations: Temp. Northern Hemisphere to Trop, Mts.
Description
Russian tarragon, with the scientific name Artemisia dracunculus, is a perennial herb belonging to the Asteraceae family. Initially cataloged in 1753 by the renowned botanist Carl Linnaeus, Russian tarragon has since become recognized for its versatility and distinctive characteristics.
This hardy plant is native to the temperate regions of the Northern Hemisphere and shows an impressive adaptability, thriving even in tropical mountain environments. Russian tarragon is well-suited to a variety of climates, making it a resilient and reliable herb for many gardeners and farmers across diverse geographical locations.
Characterized by its narrow, lanceolate leaves, Russian tarragon emits a subtly sweet and anise-like aroma that is both enticing and invigorating. Unlike its more famous cousin, French tarragon, Russian tarragon can endure harsher climatic conditions, which makes it a preferable choice in regions with aggressive weather patterns or poor soil quality.
In culinary applications, Russian tarragon is often used to impart a mild bitterness to dishes, enhancing flavors without overpowering them. While it is typically less potent than French tarragon, its peppery undertones and versatility make it a valuable addition to soups, stews, salads, and even as a seasoning for meats and vegetables.
Beyond its culinary uses, Artemisia dracunculus has also been recognized historically for its potential medicinal properties. Traditional uses of the plant ranged from aiding digestion to functioning as a mild sedative. Although scientific validation is more limited, the historical context provides a fascinating glimpse into the broader applications and cultural significance of the plant.
In summary, Russian tarragon (Artemisia dracunculus) is a durable and flavorful herb that occupies an important niche in both culinary arts and traditional medicine. Its adaptability across a wide range of climates, combined with its unique taste profile, ensures that this distinguished member of the Asteraceae family continues to be valued around the world.
Common Names
Pol: bylica estragon
Dan: esdragon, russisk esdragon
Deu: estragon
Fra: estragon, dragon
Eng: french tarragon, russian tarragon, tarragon, false tarragon, french-tarragon, green sagewort, silky wormwood, wild tarragon, wormwood, dragon wormwood, estragon, dragon sagewort, linear-leaved wormwood, tarragon sagewort
Lit: vaistinis kietis
Swe: dragon
Spa: dragoncillo, estragón
Por: estragão
Ces: pelyněk estragon
Hun: tárkony
Nld: dragon
Cym: ancwyn, taragon
En: Russian tarragon, French tarragon, Tarragon, Silky wormwood, Wild tarragon, GREEN SAGEWORT, Herbaceous sagewort, Wormwood, False tarragon, French-tarragon, Dragon wormwood, Estragon, Dragon sagewort, Linear-leaved wormwood, Tarragon sagewort, Little Dragon, True Tarragon
Af: Draakplant
Sq: Terragoni
Ar: طرخون, Tarkhun, طَرْخُون
Hy: Թարխուն
Az: Tərxun
Eu: Binagrera
Be: Эстрагон
Bn: তার্খুন
Bs: Estragon
Br: Stragon
Bg: Тарос
Ca: Estragó, Herba vinagrera
Zh: 龍蒿, 龙蒿
Co: Arba dragona
Cs: Pelyněk estragon
Da: Estragon, Esdragon, Russisk esdragon
Nl: Dragon
Eo: Estragono
Et: Estragon, Estragonpuju
Fi: Rakuuna
Fr: Estragon, Dragon, Estragonu, Dragonne, Herbe dragonne
Gl: Estragón
Ka: Ტარხუნა
De: Estragon, Falsely Bertram
El: Εστραγκόν
He: לענה דרקונית
Hu: Tárkony
Io: Estragono
Id: Tarragon
Ga: Dragan
It: Assenzio dragoncello, Estragone, Dragoncello o estragone, Dragoncello, Dragoncella, Dragone, Estragon
Ja: Taragon
Kk: Şırğaljıñ, Шырғалжың, شىرعالجىڭ
Ky: Шыраалжын шыбак
Ko: 타라곤
Ku: Tarxûn
Lt: Estragonas, Vaistinis kietis
Lb: Estragon
Mk: Естрагон
Ms: Taragon
Ml: ടർറഗോൺ
Gv: Dragane
No: Estragon
Oc: Estragon
Os: Мæзæрæу
Pa: ਤਰਖ਼ੋਨ
Fa: ترخون
Pl: Draganek, Bylica estragon
Pt: Estragão, Estragão-francês
Ro: Tarhon
Ru: Polyn estragon, Эстрагон
Sr: Естрагон
Sk: Palina dračia
Es: Estragón, Dragoncillo, Estragon, Pehtran, Tarragona, Tarragón
Sv: Dragon
Zh-tw: 龍蒿
Tt: Эстрагон
Zh-hant: 龍蒿
Tr: Tarhun
Uk: Тархун
Uz: Sherolgʻin
Wa: Dragone
Cy: Taragon, Ancwyn
Synonyms
- Oligosporus dracunculus ((L.) Poljakov)
- Artemisia dracunculus subsp. typica (H.M.Hall & Clem.)
- Draconia dracunculus ((L.) Soják)
Distribution
- Afghanistan (native)
- Alberta (native)
- Altay (native)
- Amur (native)
- Arizona (native)
- Baltic States (native)
- Belarus (native)
- Borneo (native)
- British Columbia (native)
- Buryatiya (native)
- California (native)
- Central European Rus (native)
- China North-Central (native)
- China South-Central (native)
- China Southeast (native)
- Chita (native)
- Colorado (native)
- East European Russia (native)
- East Himalaya (native)
- Gulf States (native)
- Hainan (native)
- Idaho (native)
- Illinois (native)
- India (native)
- Inner Mongolia (native)
- Iowa (native)
- Iran (native)
- Iraq (native)
- Irkutsk (native)
- Japan (native)
- Jawa (native)
- Kansas (native)
- Kazakhstan (native)
- Khabarovsk (native)
- Kirgizstan (native)
- Krasnoyarsk (native)
- Krym (native)
- Kuwait (native)
- Lebanon-Syria (native)
- Magadan (native)
- Malaya (native)
- Manchuria (native)
- Manitoba (native)
- Mexico Central (native)
- Mexico Gulf (native)
- Mexico Northeast (native)
- Mexico Northwest (native)
- Mexico Southeast (native)
- Mexico Southwest (native)
- Minnesota (native)
- Missouri (native)
- Mongolia (native)
- Montana (native)
- Myanmar (native)
- Nebraska (native)
- Nepal (native)
- Netherlands (native)
- Nevada (native)
- New Mexico (native)
- New York (native)
- North Caucasus (native)
- North Dakota (native)
- North European Russi (native)
- Northwest European R (native)
- Northwest Territorie (native)
- Oklahoma (native)
- Oman (native)
- Ontario (native)
- Oregon (native)
- Pakistan (native)
- Palestine (native)
- Philippines (native)
- Portugal (native)
- Primorye (native)
- Qinghai (native)
- Saskatchewan (native)
- Saudi Arabia (native)
- South Dakota (native)
- South European Russi (native)
- Spain (native)
- Sri Lanka (native)
- Tadzhikistan (native)
- Taiwan (native)
- Texas (native)
- Tibet (native)
- Transcaucasus (native)
- Turkey (native)
- Turkmenistan (native)
- Tuva (native)
- Ukraine (native)
- Utah (native)
- Uzbekistan (native)
- Vermont (native)
- Vietnam (native)
- Washington (native)
- West Himalaya (native)
- West Siberia (native)
- Wisconsin (native)
- Wyoming (native)
- Xinjiang (native)
- Yakutskiya (native)
- Yemen (native)
- Yukon (native)
- Alaska (introduced)
- Austria (introduced)
- Bulgaria (introduced)
- Czechoslovakia (introduced)
- France (introduced)
- Germany (introduced)
- Great Britain (introduced)
- Hungary (introduced)
- Italy (introduced)
- Mauritius (introduced)
- New Zealand North (introduced)
- New Zealand South (introduced)
- Norway (introduced)
- Poland (introduced)
- Romania (introduced)
- Sardegna (introduced)
- Switzerland (introduced)
- Yugoslavia (introduced)
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Leaf
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Flower
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Habit
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Bark
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Sources
- WFO (No URL)
- IPNI (No URL)
- GBIF (https://www.gbif.org/species/3121581)
- POWO (http://powo.science.kew.org/taxon/urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:307848-2)
- PlantNet (https://identify.plantnet.org/species/the-plant-list/Artemisia dracunculus L.)