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Korean Mugwort

Womens Health

Artemisia princeps

PregnancyNursing

Last updated Mar 29, 2026

Description

Korean species of mugwort used in moxibustion, food medicine, and traditional Korean medicine for digestive and gynecological conditions.

Active Compounds

artemisinincamphorborneolcineoleflavonoids

Traditional Uses

Moxibustion herb
Warms uterus
Digestive warming
Stops bleeding

Modern Uses

Anti-inflammatory
Antioxidant
Antimicrobial
Gynecological support

Dosage Information

Recommended dosing guidelines

Forms: tea, topical, other
Adult Dose: 3-9g dried
Child Dose: Not established
Preparation Notes: Dried for moxibustion; fresh or dried leaves for tea; young leaves eaten as food in Korea and Japan

Safety Information

Not recommended during pregnancy

Not recommended while nursing

Contraindications

Pregnancy contraindicated in large doses
Allergic to Asteraceae

Possible Side Effects

Skin irritation with moxibustion

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