WORMWOOD HERB WHOLE

28.3 GRAMS / 1 OZ

Botanical Overview of Wormwood Herb:

Description: Wormwood Herb (Artemisia absinthium), a herbaceous perennial plant of the Asteraceae family, features straight stems reaching 2-4 feet in height, occasionally exceeding 5 feet. Silvery green, grooved, and branched, the plant boasts fibrous roots. Its leaves, greenish-grey on top and white underneath, are covered with silky silvery-white trichomes and bear oil-producing glands. Basal leaves, bipinnate to tripinnate, measure up to 25 cm long, while stem leaves (cauline leaves) are smaller at 5–10 cm. Uppermost leaves can be both simple and sessile. Wormwood blooms with pale yellow tubular flowers in spherical bent-down heads, clustered in branched panicles, from early summer to early autumn. Its fruit is a small achene.

Common Names & Nomenclature: The botanical name pays homage to the Greek Goddess of the hunt, Artemis. The common name "wormwood" derives from Middle English wormwode or wermode.

Also known as: Wormwood, absinthium, green ginger, absinthe, old woman, southernwood, grand wormwood, absinthe wormwood, common wormwood.

Features and further details in Uses:

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Beyond its traditional use in herbal bitters and tea, wormwood herb (Artemisia absinthium) has various other applications. Here are some alternative uses for wormwood herb:

1. Tinctures: Create a tincture by steeping dried wormwood in alcohol or glycerin. Tinctures provide a concentrated form of the herb and can be used in small, controlled doses.

2. Infused Oils: Make an infused oil by steeping wormwood in a carrier oil (such as olive or almond oil). This oil can be used topically for massages or as a base for salves and ointments.

3. Herbal Smoking Blends: Blend dried wormwood with other herbs to create an herbal smoking blend. However, keep in mind that smoking any substance may have health risks, and alternatives should be considered.

4. Bath Soaks: Add powdered or dried wormwood to your bath for a soothing soak. This may help relax muscles and provide a calming effect.

5. Herbal Sachets: Create sachets with dried wormwood and other aromatic herbs. Place these sachets in drawers, closets, or under pillows to impart a pleasant fragrance and potentially deter insects.

6. Herbal Sleep Pillow: Combine dried wormwood with calming herbs like lavender and chamomile to make an herbal sleep pillow. Place it near your pillow to enjoy the soothing aroma.

7. Flavor Enhancer in Cooking: While the flavor can be strong, some culinary enthusiasts experiment with adding small amounts of dried wormwood to herbal blends, sauces, or infusions to impart a unique taste.

8. Natural Insect Repellent: The strong aroma of wormwood is believed to repel insects. Placing sachets or infused oils with wormwood around your living space may help deter pests.

9. Companion Planting: Planting wormwood in your garden can serve as a natural deterrent for certain pests. It's believed to repel insects that might harm other plants.

10. Rituals and Ceremonies: In some cultures and traditions, wormwood has been used in rituals and ceremonies for spiritual or cleansing purposes.

Key Features and Details:

• Pure & Organic: Sourced from pristine environments to ensure you receive the highest quality.

• Potent Blend: Through our extraction technique, we preserve the powerful attributes of the plant, flower, root, leaf, or herbal product, delivering a concentrated essence for your benefit.

• Versatile Use: Whether consumed directly or mixed in beverages, or culinary it seamlessly integrates into your daily routine.

• Eco-friendly Packaging: Conscious of our footprint, we opt for sustainable and minimalistic packaging.

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