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Mugwort

Artemisia vulgaris

Mugwort
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Overview

Sacred to Artemis and long associated with the moon. Mugwort stimulates digestion, supports menstrual regularity, and is famously used to encourage vivid, meaningful dreams.

Actions

Emmenagogue · Bitter digestive · Nervine · Oneirogenic

Affinities

Hormonal · Digestive · Nervous system

Cautions & contraindications

Contraindicated in pregnancy. Avoid in epilepsy. Allergen for Asteraceae-sensitive individuals.