Organic Mugwort (Artemisia vulgaris)

People take mugwort root as a “tonic” and to boost energy.
People take the rest of the plant for:
- stomach and intestinal conditions including:
  - colic
  - diarrhea
  - constipation
  - cramps
  - weak digestion
  - worm infestations
  - persistent vomiting
Mugwort is also used to:
- stimulate gastric juice
- bile secretion
It is also used as a liver tonic; to promote circulation; and as a sedative.
Other uses include treatment of:
- hysteria
- epilepsy
- convulsions in children
Women take mugwort for irregular periods and other menstrual problems.
In combination with other ingredients, mugwort root is used for:
- mental problems (psychoneuroses)
- ongoing fatigue and depression (neurasthenia)
- depression
- preoccupation with illness (hypochondria)
- general irritability
- restlessness
- trouble sleeping (insomnia)
- anxiety

Excellent in topical balms, ointments and creams when infused in carrier oil.
Use to make throat lozenges and syrups.
May also be prepared as tea.
Use in herbal sachets and dream pillows.
Although not particularly aromatic, mugwort is a traditional smudging herb that is burned as incense.