Artemisia glacialis explained

Artemisia glacialis, the glacier wormwood, is a species of flowering plant in the aster family.[1]

Artemisia glacialis grows to approximately high, and is indigenous to the Alpine regions of France, Italy, and Switzerland.[2]

Uses

Artemisia glacialis is historically employed in liqueurs, as well as a digestive and stomachic preparations. The poultice is used for the treatment of wounds.[3]

Hazards

Artemisia glacialis might cause dermatitis or other allergic reactions.[4]

Notes and References

  1. Web site: Kitchen garden help. 16 June 2012. Artemisia glacialis – also known as Glacier Wormwood
  2. Web site: Altervista Flora Italiana, Artemisia glacialis. 16 June 2012.
  3. Web site: Artemisia glacialis Glacier Wormwood PFAF Plant Database . 2023-08-08 . pfaf.org.
  4. Web site: Plants for a Future. 16 June 2012.