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Often Artemisia vulgaris is dried and smoked or burned as a smudge stick in belief of its cleansing properties, and some tuck sprigs of it beneath their pillow as a means of encouraging vivid dreams. Some Native peoples in North America would enact this same charm, but as a means of repelling spirits. While native to parts of Europe and Asia, it’s thought that Artemisia was potentially introduced to Canada in the 16th century by Jesuit missionaries, and spread from there. It also traveled by ship as a contaminant in nursery stocks. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAncient Greeks considered this plant to be an herb of Artemis, goddess of the hunt, fertility, and the wild, and protector of women— the genus name Artemisia is a reference to this, and the connection likely originates with its use in helping regulate the menstrual cycle. Mugwort can be useful both in times of difficult puberty as well as during menopause. Romans would tuck leaves in their shoes as a balm for weary feet. In Christian tradition, this herb is associated with St. John, and is still used for St. John’s day celebrations on the Isle of Man. Before hops became used in the beer brewing process, Mugwort was one of the herbs blended into primitive ales. It was referred to in the Middle Ages as ‘Mother of Herbs’ for its common application, often in gynecological context or for gastrointestinal upset. Its common name may be derived from the old English ‘moughte,’ for moth, for its folk use as an insect repellent. For this same reason, the origin could also be in the word ‘mug’ for gnat, and ‘wort’ for plant or root. In Traditional Chinese Medicine, this herb is burned to heat and activate acupuncture points. There are possible applications of Mugwort in terms of parasites, and may be beneficial in helping expell worms. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn addition to its herbal applications, this plant has been long-used for culinary purposes as well. 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Since then it has naturalized across North America and elsewhere. If we are lucky, we can find stands of Motherwort in the wild which are beautiful set out in nature with their distinct foliage and flowers. A mint family plant, this gorgeous perennial has spikey pink flowers and a square stem.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen it is in bloom, it will be full of happy bees, especially bumble bees and other winged friends too. Leonurus Cardiaca is the Latin name of Motherwort which translates to “lion heart”. And indeed, this wildflower is of supreme benefit to assist with anxiety and\/or fear that can affect the heart or where courage may need to be restored. It is also one of the best herbal applications for exhaustion, grief and panic. This plant gets its common name Motherwort from being known to be a support to mothers, especially new mothers, who may struggle with potential burnout. The aerial parts are a bitter digestive support as well. 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