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Mugwort

Artemisia vulgaris · also called Cronewort, Sailor's tobacco · planet: Venus

Mugwort
Photo: Ryan Hodnett, CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia Commons. Photos are for illustration only. Many plants look alike, so never use a plant because of how it looks in a photo.
Garden and craft plant. Take care. This plant needs care and some people should never take it. Read the cautions below before you do anything with it.

A tall, tough roadside plant with deeply cut leaves that are dark green above and silver below.

In the garden

Full sun to part shade and poor soil. It spreads aggressively, so grow it in a contained bed.

Take care

Folklore and garden information only, not medical advice. Do not eat or use any plant unless you are certain what it is and that it is safe for you. Ask a doctor or pharmacist first, especially if you are pregnant, nursing, on medicine, or choosing for children or pets.

Folklore and old traditions are in the app

The stories, lore and old traditions for Mugwort are part of Plus. The growing notes and safety information stay free. In the app you can also add Mugwort to My Garden or My Pantry.

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