Mugwort
(Artemisia vulgaris)
Family: COMPOSITAE
Energetics: Slightly warming. Drying.
Taste: Bitter. Acrid
Systems Affected: Kidney. Liver. Spleen. Nervous System.
Parts Used: Leaf.
Key Components: Bitter principle. Essential oils (containing cineole & thujone), inulin, tannins, resin
Preparations & dosage: Infusion: Tincture: Bath:
Actions:
Foundational: Aromatic. Bitter. Stimulant. Relaxant.
Primary: Diaphoretic. Emmenagogue. Cholagogue. Hemostatic.
Secondary: Antispasmodic. Tonic. Vermifuge.
Uses:
Cold & deficient conditions
Digestive stimulant with a carminative action.
Sluggish digestion. Constipation. Gas.
Liver and stomach disorders.
Relieves tension & relaxes muscle. Helpful in relieving insomnia as well as uncontrollable shaking.
Help stimulate delayed or suppressed menstruation.
Good for girls just entering their moon cycle as it can help regulate their cycle.
Used to make dream pillows or in dream salves or balms and has been known to stimulate dreams.
Combines well with: Lemon balm. Lavender.
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Contraindications: Avoid during pregnancy.
Sources:
The Complete Herbs Sourcebook: David Hoffman. Pg 288
The Way of Herbs: Michael Tierra. Pg 159-160
Herbal Healing for Women: Rosemary Gladstar. Pg 249-250
Studies:
This information has not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This information is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease, nor is it intended to replace medical advice. For educational purposes only.
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