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Uses
Artemisia vulgaris is a plant that is typically used to treat menstruation complications, insomnia, stomach pain, and other digestive dysfunctions.
Benefits
Artemisia vulgaris is said to have the following beneficial properties:
- anti-fungal
- antibacterial
- expectorative
- antiasthmatic
Cautions
Proceed with caution as there isn’t an established, effective, or proven safe dose for Artemisia vulgaris. Follow the manufacturer’s instructions and/or consult a physician for proper use.
Pregnant and breastfeeding women should avoid using this herb, as it stimulates menstruation and can cause miscarriages.
Individuals with pollen sensitivity should avoid this herb.
Other names
Mugwort, common wormwood, felon herb, chrysanthemum weed, wild wormwood, old Uncle Henry, sailor’s tobacco, naughty man, old man, St. John’s plant
References
Sources:
- https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Artemisia_vulgaris
- http://www.herbal-supplement-resource.com/mugwort-herb.html