Mugwort (Artemisia vulgaris)
Flowers: July to September. Height: Up to 150cm (60in).
Used as a strewing plant and to repel moths.
Medicinal: Mugwort was believed to have many medicinal properties, to be effective against poisons and fevers, used as a sedative, and for treating flu, parasites, foot problems (made into a foot ointment), stress, asthma, epilepsy and for hastening and easing labour and childbirth.
Culinary: Used as a flavouring such as poultry stuffing and dumplings.
Magic & Myth: This herb has been used in magical ceremonies the world over since before recorded history and was one of the most popular herbs in Anglo-Saxon magic. Keeping Mugwort in one’s house prevented wicked ghosts and spirits from living there, it was an aid for prophesy and reported to prevent weariness on a journey.
