Artemisia ciniformis
Artemisia ciniformis, commonly known as Mugwort or Wormwood, is a versatile medicinal herb celebrated in traditional practices. Renowned for its aromatic properties, it is frequently utilized to support digestive health, regulate menstrual cycles, and improve circulation. This potent plant offers a rich array of bioactive compounds for holistic wellness.
- Scientific name: Artemisia ciniformis
- Family: Asteraceae
- Native range: Asia-Temperate
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta, falling under the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae. Within the order Asterales, it is classified under the family Asteraceae. Finally, it is identified by its genus, Artemisia.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Asterales | WCVP |
| Family | Asteraceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Artemisia | WCVP |
Common Names
This plant, Artemisia ciniformis, is known by various common names depending on the linguistic and regional context. In English, it is frequently referred to as mugwort or specifically as Chinese mugwort, while in Chinese, it is commonly called qinghao. In Japanese, it is known as yomogi, and in Korean, it is referred to as sassafras or more commonly as sassafras wormwood.| Language | Common Name | Source |
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Distribution
This plant, known scientifically as Artemisia ciniformis, exhibits a specific distribution across several regions of Asia. Its presence can be found within the landscapes of Central Asia, specifically in Turkmenistan. Furthermore, the species extends into the territory of Western Asia. Within this western region, it is documented to grow in Afghanistan. Finally, its geographical range also includes the country of Iran.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Central Asia | Turkmenistan | WCVP |
| Western Asia | Afghanistan | WCVP |
| Western Asia | Iran | WCVP |
Chemicals
Artemisia ciniformis has 2 reported phytochemicals identified across 2 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include steroids, terpenoids.
- Total chemicals
- 2
- Scientific sources
- 2
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| steroids | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| terpenoids | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Activities
Artemisia ciniformis has 2 reported activities identified across 2 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Antiproliferative, Cytotoxic.
- Total activities
- 2
- Scientific sources
- 2
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Antiproliferative | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Cytotoxic | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Artemisia ciniformis has 5 reported medicinal uses identified across 5 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include antimalarial, antioxidant, cutaneous leishmaniasis, inflammation, leishmaniasis.
- Total uses
- 5
- Scientific sources
- 5
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| antimalarial | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| antioxidant | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| cutaneous leishmaniasis | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| inflammation | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| leishmaniasis | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |