Generally speaking mugwort grows along streams or river banks in large patches. Mugwort is part of the sage family and is a cousin to sagebrush, which has a similar scent. However, culinary sage is actually in the mint family, which is different than the sage family.

An edible plant, but is used more like an herb than anything else. With it’s distinctive scent, Mugwort is used to flavor meats, and was also commonly used to flavor beer before hops were introduced. In fact it has been a key ingredient in the infamous absinthe. In addition to the culinary uses, it is also medicinal, and is sometimes called the “dream plant”, as it is known for enhancing dreams and is often dried and smoked for this purpose. Mugwort is also antibacterial and anti fungal and is good for topical uses for itching and burning, helps with rashes and poison oak.

Menstrual Cycle Pain

One of the uses of mugwort tea is in the treatment of dysmenorrhea, more commonly known as menstrual cycle cramps. It is also known to stimulate and regulate menstruation and support the body as it changes through menopause.

Toxin Effects

This herbal tea is also linked to cleansing the kidneys, reducing the chances of infection and improving function. it encourages sweating. Further, eliminate toxins from the body through the skin.

Malaria Prevention

Malaria is a contagious very bad disease caused by a parasite that invades human red blood cells, transmitted by mosquitoes. The most effective malaria drug is Artemisinin. It contains a large amount of Artemisinin.

Strengthens The Immune System

The high concentration of vitamin C active antioxidants makes mugwort tea a wonderful choice for boosting the immune system. Vitamin C can stimulate the production of white blood cells, and act as an antioxidant, which can neutralize radicals that cause inflammation and weaken the body’s defenses.

Antimicrobial and Antifungal Properties

Clinical studies have shown that wormwood tea has an antimicrobial effect. E. coli (a disease that damages the kidneys, intestines, and brain caused by an unhealthy red meat-borne parasite.) and salmonella (it’s a poisonous germ.) protect against various types of bacteria, including.

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PlantsHospital.com

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