Organic Dried Wormwood Herb 50 gm. Artemisia absinthium herbal tea

🌱 Artemisia absinthium — Wormwood

Seeds of the Wormwood plant, a member of the Asteraceae family, used for its medicinal properties and as a natural remedy for various ailments.

🌿 Botanical Description

The Wormwood plant is a perennial herb that grows up to 2 meters in height, with a woody stem and a greyish-green, lance-shaped leaf. The flowers are small and yellowish, arranged in a dense, spherical inflorescence. The seeds are small and brown.

🌾 Growing & Agrotechnics

• Sow seeds in well-draining soil in the spring or fall, about 1-2 cm deep and 1-2 cm apart.
• Germination temperature: 15-20°C, germination time: 1-2 weeks.
• Soil type: well-draining, pH 6.0-7.0.
• Watering and fertilization: keep the soil consistently moist, but not waterlogged.
• USDA Hardiness Zone: 4-8, frost tolerance: moderate.

🗺️ Natural Growing Areas

Native to Europe and Asia, Wormwood grows in dry, well-drained soils and full sun to partial shade, at elevations up to 2,000 meters.

✨ Interesting Facts

Wormwood has been used for centuries in traditional medicine to treat a range of ailments, including digestive issues, headaches, and skin problems. It is also used as a natural insect repellent and has been shown to have antitumor properties.

The essential oil of Wormwood has a pronounced bactericidal and antifungal effect, making it useful for treating wounds and skin infections.

Wormwood has been used to treat Crohn's disease, and has been shown to have antitrypanosomal, anti-helminth, and anti-leishmanial properties.