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.
