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Artemisia

British pronunciation/ˌɑːtɪmˈɪzi‍ə/
American pronunciation/ˌɑːɹɾɪmˈɪʒə/
Artemisia
[NOUN]
1

a genus of aromatic plants commonly known as mugworts or wormwoods

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artemisia definition and meaning

What is "artemisia"?

Artemisia is a genus of aromatic and herbaceous plants known for their diverse species and medicinal properties. Commonly used in traditional medicine and herbal remedies, artemisia plants have been associated with potential benefits for digestive health, inflammation, and immune support. Some well-known species within the Artemisia genus include wormwood (Artemisia absinthium) and sweet wormwood (Artemisia annua), which have historical significance in herbal medicine and culinary applications. These plants are also studied for their potential antimalarial properties, making artemisia an intriguing and versatile botanical genus.

Examples
1The subtle bitterness of artemisia balanced the sweetness of the dessert.
2As the wind blew gently, the silver-gray leaves of artemisia danced in the breeze.
3Top notes include rosemary, artemisia, lavender, basil, verbena, bergamot and lemon.
4So Artemisia, 100% done with Rome, hopped up to Florence.
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