Mugwort organic

Also known as- Artemisia vulgaris, felon herb, common wormwood, Common Mugwort; Douglas Mugwort.

Introduction

Mugwort is a common plant in the British isles, its angular, purple stalks growing 3 feet (90 cm) or more in height and bearing dark green leaves with a cottony down underneath. Mugwort is said to have derived its name from having been used to flavor drinks. It was, in common with other herbs, such as ground ivy, used for flavoring beer before the introduction of hops.

Constituents

Essential oil containing 1,8-cineole, camphor, linalool, or thujone, along with over 100 other identified components. The flowers also contain beta-sitosterol, coumarins, and alpha- and beta-carotene.

Parts Used

Dried flowers.

Typical Preparations

Traditionally used as a tea, may also be encapsulated or taken as an extract. Popularly mixed with other botanicals to create dream and sleep pillows for the invocation of dreams.

Summary

Bitter mugwort teas stimulate the secretion of gastric juices to speed up digestion and relieve flatulence and bloating. The essential oil is both antibacterial and antifungal, and may be useful against intestinal parasites.

Precautions

Internal use not recommended while pregnant.

 

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