Wormwood herb contains bitter substances from the group of sesquiterpene lactones; absinthin, at 0.20 to 0.28%, is the main component of these bitter substances.

Absinth wormwood grows between a half-foot to around 3 feet tall usually, but can grow up to 5 feet tall. It is covered with fine, short, silky white hairs and the plant appears gray-green.

Jul 18, 2025 · Absinth wormwood is a statewide noxious weed that inhabits cropland, pasture, rangeland, right-of-ways, and waste sites. If not effectively managed, the species can displace …

Absinth wormwood is generally found on dry soils in pastures, cropland, farmsteads, shelterbelts, roadsides, fence rows and waste areas. Please click here to see a county level distribution …

The leaves of common wormwood (Artemisia absinthium), probably the best-known species, have been used in medicines and such beverages as absinthe and vermouth. Common wormwood …

Jan 15, 2025 · Absinth Wormwood, scientifically known as Artemisia absinthium, is a perennial herb famed for its bitter taste, aromatic scent, and storied history in both traditional medicine …

Apr 3, 2025 · Step into the mysterious world of Wormwood—an herb woven with myth, medicine, and a touch of absinthe. This article explores Wormwood’s ancient healing roots, its infamous …

May 17, 2025 · Wormwood, a bitter herb known for its role in absinthe, may also offer health benefits like improved digestion and reduced inflammation. However, it's crucial to note that …

Overview Wormwood (Artemisia absinthium) is an herb used in the alcoholic drinks vermouth and absinthe. Its oil contains the chemical thujone, which may be poisonous.

Jan 16, 2020 · Wormwood is a bitter herb known for its use in absinthe. Wormwood’s most notable plant compound is thujone, which has some benefits but can be toxic in excess.