California Sagebrush, also known as artemisia californica, is a shrub that is native to the western United States. This plant is commonly used in landscaping and gardening due to its drought-tolerance and hardiness. Some synonyms for California Sagebrush include mugwort, wormwood, and white sagebrush. Mugwort is a common name for several species of artemisia, including artemisia vulgaris, which has a similar appearance to California Sagebrush. Wormwood is another common name for artemisia absinthium, which is used in the production of absinthe. White sagebrush, or artemisia ludoviciana, is a similar species of artemisia that can be found in many regions of North America.