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southerwood-artemisia abrotanum
Local name: Pelyněk brotaň
Where to find it: Whole Czechia
Elevation (Optional): Lowlands
Description: Southernwood is characterized by its finely divided, feathery leaves that are gray-green in color and emit a strong, pleasant fragrance when crushed. The plant typically grows to a height of about 3 to 4 feet, and it produces small, inconspicuous yellow flowers in late summer. Known for its aromatic properties
Usable parts: Leaf
Medicinal properties: Southernwood has been used for its aromatic properties and is believed to have mild sedative effects.
Undesired effects: Excessive use may cause skin irritation in some individuals.
Preparation: Preserve Southernwood by drying the leaves and using them in potpourri or herbal sachets.
Harvest time:Harvest the leaves in the summer before flowering for the highest concentration of essential oils and fragrance.
Harvest method:Harvest the leaves by cutting stems in the morning after the dew has dried but before the heat of the day.
Conservation: Preserve southernwood by drying the leaves and storing them in sealed containers for use in potpourri or sachets.
