- Region
- Europe
- Origin
- Europe (south), Asia (west)
- Traditions
- Western herbal medicine
Europe · Herb · № 325
Artemisia abrotanum
Herb · Europe
Southernwood
Artemisia abrotanum
Traditionally attributed effects: expels worms, antiseptic, bitter, stimulates the uterus.
Safety notes
Not in pregnancy. Traditional use is no proof of effectiveness; if you are pregnant, breastfeeding, taking medication or have a medical condition, consult a doctor or pharmacist.
Cautions by tradition (1)
- Herbal medicine worldwide: Not in pregnancy.
Preparation
Aerial parts.
Use in traditions
Southernwood grew in monastery and cottage gardens. Sprigs were laid among clothes against moths and carried to church in posies to ward off drowsiness. As a bitter herb it was used for worms in children and to bring on menstruation.
Applications
Use by tradition
How different herbal traditions describe this herb. Amounts are traditional guidelines checked for obvious errors; they are not medical advice. For poisonous plants no dosage is given on purpose.
Herbal medicine worldwide
Attributed effects
Expels worms, antiseptic, bitter, stimulates the uterus.
Preparation and amount
Aerial parts.
Caution: Not in pregnancy.