Mugwort Leaf (C/S) (WC) (ARTEMISIA VULGARIS)

Description:
Mugwort shrubby perennial, belonging to the Compositae (Asteraceae) family. It is a tall plant with a firm and downy stem with coarsely toothed dark green leaves. The flowers are in small oval heads with cottony involucres, and are greenish-yellow to red-brown. Sachets are often filled with dried Mugwort and can be used to repel moths from clothing and woolens.

Origin:
United States

Other Names:
Ai-Ho, Artemis Herb, Artemisia, Felon Herb, Muggons, Naughty Man, Old Man, Old Uncle Henry, Sailor's Tobacco, St. John's Plant

Part Used:
Leaf

Culinary Uses:
Mugwort helps to counteract the effects of eating fatty food, when eaying a small bit with a meal.
To make a tea, pour 1 cup boiling water over 1 teaspoon of Mugwort Leaf, cover and steep 3-5 minutes.

Medicinal Uses:
Mugwort can be used wherever a digestive stimulant is called for. It has a mildly nervine action in aiding depression and easing tension, which appears to be due to the volatile oil, so it is essential that this is not lost in preparation. Mugwort is used in all conditions dealing with nervousness, shaking, and insomnia. It is used to help induce menses, especially combined with cramp bark. Often used to stimulate the liver and as a digestive aid. It also can be used for roundworm and threadworm.br />

Precautions and Adverse Reactions:
Mugwort should not be used during pregnancy.

Magickal Powers and Correspondences:
Powers: Strength, psychic powers, protection, prophetic dreams, healing, and astral projection.
Planet Rulership: Venus
Element Rulership: Earth
Gender: Feminine
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