Sweet Annie / Chinese Wormwood
Qing Ho, better known in the West as Sweet Annie, or Chinese Wormwood is a traditional Chinese herbal medicine. An aromatic anti-bacterial plant. It is often used in the Tropics as an affordable anti-malarial. The leaves are antiperiodic, antiseptic, digestive, febrifuge. An infusion of the leaves is used internally. Externally, the leaves are poulticed onto nose bleeds, boils and abscesses. The plant contains artemisinin.
Preparation
Pour 150ml of boiling water over 1 to 1.5g of herb (1 teaspoon) and steep for 10 to 15 minutes. Drink this amount slowly over a day.
Specifications for Sweet Annie / Chinese Wormwood
Botanical Name |
Artemisia annua |
Other Names |
Qing Hao, Sweet sagewort, Sweet Annie, Chinese Wormwood |
Organic Status |
Wildcrafted |
Country of Origin |
China |
Plant Part |
Aerials |
Packaging |
Home compostable, reusable zip lock pouch |
Precautions |
Avoid altogether during breastfeeding and pregnancy. |
Vegan Friendly