Mugwort
Scientific Name: Artemisia vulgaris
Botanical Family: Asteraceae
Plant Type: Herb (perennial)
Geographical Origin: Eurasia; naturalized
Species/Variety: Artemisia vulgaris
Description
Aromatic bitter herb.
Therapeutic Properties
Digestive; Menses support (trad.)
Temperament
Warm
How to Use
Tea; Tincture
Dosage
Small doses short-term
Precautions
Pregnancy contraindicated; allergy possible
Replacement / Alternatives
Ginger; Cinnamon
References
VASCAN; Native American Ethnobotany