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Mugwort

July 2, 2026 · Omnia Sana
Artemisia vulgaris
Family: Asteraceae  ·  Parts used: Leaf, Root, Stem  ·  Also known as: common mugwort, sailor's tobacco

Key actions

Anti-inflammatoryAntimicrobialAntioxidantAntispasmodicDigestive aidSedative / sleep support

Traditional & clinical uses, by strength of evidence

  • Arthritis / joint painTraditional
  • BloatingTraditional
  • IndigestionTraditional
  • Infection (general)Traditional
  • Inflammation (general)Traditional
  • Insomnia / sleeplessnessTraditional
  • Menstrual crampsTraditional
  • Muscle spasmTraditional
  • Skin irritationTraditional
  • WoundsTraditional

Selected studies & references

ReviewTherapeutic potential of hypnotic herbal medicines: A comprehensive review (2024)
ReviewSignificance of Artemisia vulgaris L. (Common Mugwort) in the History of Medicine and Its Possible Contemporary Applications Substantiated by Phytochemical and Pharmacological Studies (2020)
ReviewTherapeutic potential of Artemisia vulgaris: An insight into underlying immunological mechanisms (2019)
ReviewSafety and efficacy of herbal sedatives in cancer care (2004)
PreclinicalA study on the antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and xanthine oxidase inhibitory activity of the Artemisia vulgaris L. extract and its fractions (2024)
PreclinicalAntiviral activities of Artemisia vulgaris L. extract against herpes simplex virus (2023)
PreclinicalArtemisia vulgaris Induces Tumor-Selective Ferroptosis and Necroptosis via Lysosomal Ca2+ Signaling (2023)
PreclinicalEthanolic Extract of Artemisia vulgaris Leaf Promotes Apoptotic Cell Death in Non-Small-Cell Lung Carcinoma A549 Cells through Inhibition of the Wnt Signaling Pathway (2023)

All 17 studies in the Knowledge Finder →

Educational use only. This profile summarises traditional and scientific sources for reference. It is not medical advice and not a substitute for a qualified practitioner. Some plants carry safety cautions and drug interactions — always check before use.

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