Dictionary: 1. Anthelmintic =Vermifuge = expelling or destroying parasitic worms especially of the intestine
2. Antiseptic = preventing or arresting the growth of microorganisms
3. Antispasmodic = capable of preventing or relieving spasms or convulsions
4. Carminative = expelling gas from the alimentary canal so as to relieve colic or griping
5. Cholagogue = Promoting the discharge of bile from the liver and gallbladder
6. Emmenagogue = agent that induces or hastens menstrual flow
7. Febrifuge = agent that reduces fever; an antipyretic
8. Hypnotic= Inducing or tending to induce sleep
9. Stimulant= An agent, especially a chemical agent, that temporarily arouses or accelerates physiological or organic activity.
10. Stomachic= Beneficial to or stimulating digestion in the stomach.
11. Tonic= An invigorating, refreshing, or restorative agent
12. Vermifuge = Anthelmintic
Historical or traditional use (may or may not be supported by scientific studies): Wormwood is perhaps best known because of the use of its oil to prepare certain alcoholic beverages, most notably vermouth and absinthe.
As a traditional medicine, wormwood was used by herbalists as a bitter to improve digestion, to fight worm infestations, and to stimulate menstruation. It was also regarded as a useful remedy for liver and gallbladder problems.
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Active constituents: Wormwood oil contains the toxins thujone and isothujone. Very little of this oil is present in ordinary wormwood teas or tinctures. Also existent in the plant are strong bitter agents known as absinthin and anabsinthin. These stimulate digestive and gallbladder function. Modern herbal medicine rarely uses wormwood alone. It is typically combined with herbs such as peppermint or caraway to treat heartburn and even irritable bowel syndrome. Clinical trials are lacking to support the use of wormwood for any indication, however.
Physical Characteristics of Wormwood Perennial growing to 1m by 0.6m . It is hardy to zone 4 and is not frost tender. It is in flower from July to August. The scented flowers are hermaphrodite (have both male and female organs) and are pollinated by Wind. We rate it 3 out of 5 for usefulness.
The plant prefers light (sandy) and medium (loamy) soils, requires well-drained soil and can grow in nutritionally poor soil. The plant prefers acid, neutral and basic (alkaline) soils and can grow in very alkaline soil. It can grow in semi-shade (light woodland) or no shade. It requires dry or moist soil and can tollerate drought..
Physical Characteristics of Wormwood
