Redstem wormwood, also known as Artemisia scoparia, is a plant species that belongs to the Asteraceae family. The leaves of several Artemisia species were used in herbal medicine traditionally. The genus name Artemisia comes from Artemisia, the goddess name in Greek mythology. This herbaceous plant grows well in temperate regions. The small yellowish flowers bloom in summer. The stems turn red as the plant matures. Tea made from the leaves has been used as a remedy for indigestion and coughs. The species name scoparia means 'broom' in Latin, referring to the plant's twiggy stems. Wormwood plants contain essential oils and compounds linked to therapeutic benefits. More research is still needed to fully understand the medicinal potential of this interesting, hardy perennial.
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