mugwort

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Noun — The plant Artemisia vulgaris, native to temperate parts of Eurasia and north Africa, traditionally used as a medicinal herb.

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Mugwort is the common, everyday name; Artemisia vulgaris is the more formal, scientific name for the same plant.

Etymology

Mugwort developed from the Middle English word mugwort, itself from Old English mucgwyrt. This Old English form probably combined a word related to midge with wort, an old word for plant, and it has related forms in regional Low German.

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Frequently asked questions

What is mugwort used for?

It has traditionally been used as a medicinal herb.

Is mugwort the same as wormwood?

No, mugwort is a related but separate plant, though both belong to the genus Artemisia.

Where does mugwort grow?

It is native to temperate parts of Eurasia and north Africa, with related mugworts also found in North America.

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