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[0] 282 [1] Wormwood [2] Asteraceae [3] Artemisia absinthium (dg fo pf wp) [4] 2013-04-26 00:00:00 [5] 100 each seeds in [6] plant [7] 180 [8] Seed: surface sow from late winter to early summer in a greenhouse. The seed usually germinates within 2 - 26 weeks at 15°c[134]. When they are large enough to handle, prick the seedlings out into individual pots. They can be planted out in the summer, or kept in pots in a cold frame for the winter and then planted out in the spring. Cuttings: half-ripe wood, July/August in a frame. Division: in spring or autumn. Succeeds in any soil, but best in poor, dry, warm soil, which also promotes longevity and aroma. [11] sun or partial shade [13] poor [14] 0 each [15] Inhibits growth of fennel, sage, caraway, anise, and most young plants, especially in wet years [14, 18, 20]. Good companion to carrots, protecting them from root fly[201]. Deerproof, attracts dogs. Fresh or dried shoots repel insects and mice. An infusion discourages slugs and insects. Valued especially for its tonic effect on the liver, gallbladder and digestive system, and for its vermicidal activity[4, 238, 254]. Extremely useful medicine for those with weak and under-active digestion. It increases stomach acid and bile production, improving digestion and the absorption of nutrients[254]. It also eases wind and bloating and, if taken regularly, helps the body return to full vitality after a prolonged illness[254]. The leaves and flowering shoots are anthelmintic, anti-inflammatory, antiseptic, antispasmodic, antitumor, carminative, cholagogue, emmenagogue, febrifuge, hypnotic, stimulant, stomachic, tonic and vermifuge[4, 9, 21, 46, 165, 222, 254]. Harvested as it is coming into flower and then dried for later use[4]. Use with caution[21], the plant should be taken internally in small doses for short-term treatment only, preferably under the supervision of a qualified practitioner[238]. It should not be prescribed for children or pregnant women[238]. The extremely bitter leaves are chewed to stimulate the appetite[222]. The bitter taste on the tongue sets off a reflex action, stimulating stomach and other digestive secretions[254]. Leaves have been used with some success in the treatment of anorexia nervosa[244]. Applied externally to bruises and bites[238]. A warm compress has been used to ease sprains and strained muscles[257]. A homeopathic remedy is made from the leaves[9]. It is used to stimulate bile and gastric juice production and to treat disorders of the liver and gall bladder[9]. [18] Anthelmintic, Antiinflammatory, Antiseptic, Antispasmodic, Antitumor, Carminative, Cholagogue, Emmenagogue, Febrifuge, Flavouring, Fragrance, Homeopathy, Hypnotic, Insect Repellant, Stimulant, Stomachic, Strewing, Tonic, Vermifuge, Veterinary [12] 
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