What is Artemisia?

Artemisia is a genus of plants that contains several hundred different plants. Rod is part of the plant family Asteraceae, more often known as Daisies. Plants in the genus Artemisia are characterized by thin stems with tightly held small leaves, small flowers or no flowers and thick internal oils. These plants have many common names such as Wormwood, Mugwort, Sagebrush or Sagewort. They have a long and diverse history, as well as several healing and decorative uses.

Artemisia usually has a very bitter taste and can be poisonous, so it rarely consumes without processing, but can be used. For example, several drinks are made of different types of artemisia, especially absinte, vermouth and Wormwood tea. Plants in this genus have a strong odor that differs according to plants, from very sweet, such as sugar, to very sour, such as lemons. For other, non-jangited use can work well as ordinary moths and repellent insects and sweet versions is a common cabbageeň in flower bouquets.

Almost all artemisia types have thick oil that can be easily extruded. These oils have a wide range of uses in historical medicine and contemporary homeopathy and aromatherapy. The oils can be used to help with stomach problems or rub into the skin as a local analgesic. Because many types of plants in this family are poisonous, it is not recommended to receive a plant or oil without supervision or instructions from a doctor.

Artemisia also has an interesting place in history and literature. The genus itself is named after one of the first botany known from history; Historical Queen Artemisia was the wife of the Persian King Mausolas - and ruled the kingdom several years after his death. She was also a well -known lover of plants and horticulture. The plant of plants is also mentioned in the Bible, several Shakespeare play a attacon and a series of books Harry Potter. It is also associated with several religions. GreekThe goddess Artemis had a strong relationship with the plant, as well as early Christians and modern Wiccans. Queen Artemisia was named after the goddess Artemis, and therefore her name was chosen for the plant of the plant.