Mugwort Powder

Mugwort at a Glance Mugwort (Artemisia vulgaris) is a tall, aromatic perennial herb known for its silvery-underlined leaves and potent, sage-like scent. * Appearance: Reaches 3–6 feet; features deeply lobed dark green leaves with fuzzy, white undersides and inconspicuous reddish-yellow flowers. * Key Chemistry: Contains thujone, cineole, and bitter sesquiterpene lactones. * Primary Uses: * TCM: Burned as "moxa" in moxibustion therapy. * Sleep: Traditionally used in pillows to promote vivid dreaming. * Digestion: Used as a bitter tonic to stimulate appetite. * Caution: Avoid during pregnancy (uterine stimulant) and use sparingly due to thujone content.