What does mugwort look like

Mugwort is very common all over China, but some people still don't know what it looks like. The root of mugwort is thick and long, the tip is slightly woody, and its branches are short. In addition, the leaves of mugwort are quite unique. The leaves have ovate or lanceolate teeth, and the style is long and slender. When it blooms, the style must extend beyond the corolla, and the corolla is shaped like a high-footed wine glass. These characteristics make it easy to identify.

Three major appearance characteristics of Artemisia argyi

1. The main stem is thick and long

Mugwort often appears around us, but many flower lovers do not know what mugwort looks like. The main stem of mugwort is relatively prominent, thicker and longer than ordinary green plants, with a diameter of 1.5 cm. The roots lie crosswise on the ground. The leaf stems are dark brown or dark red. Its tip is slightly woody, and the branches are mostly short.

2. The leaves have teeth

The leaves of wormwood are as thin as tissue paper, covered with grayish-white short hairs, and each lobe has three small teeth, which are ovate or lanceolate in shape. Such leaves are quite unique and easy to identify.

3. Oval inflorescence head

The inflorescence head of Artemisia annua is oval, with dozens of small racemes or compound racemes on the branches. Its style is slender, and when it blooms, the style must extend beyond the Corolla. The appearance of Corolla is also very unique, shaped like a high-footed wine glass.

The role of wormwood

1. Efficacy and function

Using mugwort as medicine can remove dampness and cold, and promote blood circulation. If you scratch your finger, you can crush the mugwort and apply it on the wound. It won't take long for the bleeding to stop, and it can also relieve pain.

2. Repel mosquitoes

The leaves of mugwort contain volatile substances such as sesame oil. Dry the mugwort and burn it. The fragrance can effectively repel mosquitoes. In ancient times, people often made mugwort into sachets and wore them on their bodies to avoid being bitten by mosquitoes.

3. Purify indoor air

Artemisia annua is also very effective in purifying indoor air. Due to the large area of ​​​​artemisia annua leaves, it can absorb more carbon dioxide than other plants. Using this characteristic, we can put artemisia annua in the kitchen to absorb kitchen fumes and release fresh air.