Artemisia alba subsp camphorata is a highly fragrant, medicinal and striking grey-green bush.
It has a smell that reminds some of a very fresh Coca Cola and others of a fresh pool – either way, it smells like summer!
The leaves are as fine as lace and the stems will become woody over time to support her growth.
It can become rather leggy as it grows so don’t hesitate to cut it back – the new growth will be brighter and healthier.
You can use the cuttings to start new plants or try your hand at making your own cola drink.
TIPS: The best time to cut Artemisia back is February/March.
The Tale:
The organic molecule Artemisinin was used in traditional Chinese medicine to treate malarial fevers.
Recently it has been used to treat malaria – both in its organic form and in its semisynthetic derivatives.
Origin:
Europe
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