common wormwood Seeds (Artemisia absinthium)

Common Wormwood (Artemisia absinthium) Seed, Absinth

Wormwood is a perennial plant with characteristic silvery-grey leaves and small yellow flowers. This hardy plant is known for its bitter properties and is used in traditional herbal medicine as well as in the production of the famous absinthe.

Characteristics of Common Wormwood

• Life cycle: Perennial
• Height: 80–120 cm
• Flowering period: June to September
• Sun requirements: Full sun
• Soil type: Well-drained, dry
• Uses: Medicinal plant / Tea herb / Ingredient in absinthe

Sowing and Care of Common Wormwood Seed

• Sowing time: Spring or autumn
• Sowing depth: Surface, press down lightly
• Germination time: 2–3 weeks at 18–20 °C
• Watering: Water moderately, do not soak the soil

Uses and benefits

Wormwood is known for its healing properties and its use in traditional medicine to aid digestion and relieve ailments such as bloating. The plant contains bitter compounds that stimulate the appetite and contribute to overall gastrointestinal health. Due to its intense bitterness, it is also used in the production of herbal liqueurs and aperitifs.