Medicinal use in herbalism and phytochemical properties according to studies: Hypoglycemic, anti-diabetic, anti-microbial, oneirogenic, vermifuge, Absinthe main ingredient, and more. Contacts Thujone


        This African variety of Wormwood is used medicinally in its native habitat by herbalists for ailments such as coughs, colds, influenza, but also headache, earache, malaria and intestinal worms. Fresh and dry leaves and even young stems are made into and used as infusions and tinctures(alcohol extracts). The African strain is considered to some cultures, analgesic and antihistamine. Native Americans used it and related strains as an anti-toxin in small specific doses. It is critical to avoid any type of false doctrine tied to these plants. A lot of them are there for our benefit, as God intended, but never allow any teaching to shift your focus from God to false gods.


Wormwood has been used by some of the worlds most creative minds. It also has a historic reputation as an oneirogen ( dream inducing plant ). I saw on a documentary one time that deep states of REM sleep are said to enhance creativity in a person. [ Look into this for yourself via scholar.google.com ] Do I see a connection? In my experiences, any Thujone containing plant can be an oneirogen. This strain is also related to Mugwort, which is no surprise because of their like properties. Mystics, ancient Alchemist, and other Shamanic cultures from around the world have always had a fascination, and need for Wormwood. Because of this, I must warn you about potential false doctrine that may be tied to it. I also have to point out that this particular plant is named after a false greek God, and in Revelation it is a fallen star ( symbolic of fallen angel ) It's very easy to be herded in the wrong direction away from God by the fallen ones. Avoid this by staying in the Word.


It can also very useful as a natural way to protect your garden. The use of this herb has often been applied for ridding the huamn body of parasitic worms. So I've hypothesized that it could do the same for plants. I've personally tested this hypothesis for use in the garden and it's very effective in keeping worms from eating your plants alive. See the full article on how to make a homemade pesticide to protect your garden here. It is also important, critical even, for people to understand that the Ancient Of Days warns against the use of medicine in vain. Jeremiah 46:11 "Go up into Gilead, and take balm, O virgin, the daughter of Egypt: in vain shalt thou use many medicines; for thou shalt not be cured." More is not always better, and this is why our bodies down regulate when we take something way too often, or in too large or doses ( ie Cannabis, Kratom tolerance, etc )


        This herb has been used since biblical times by many cultures across the world. The Egyptians used it as a remedy for expelling intestinal worms. In first-century Greek and Roman writings it's mentioned often for its medicinal applications with soldiers in battle. Back then, observation was all the proof people needed. Today, we do understand that these plants do produce pharmacological phytochemicals. Artemesia afra specifically is one of THE MOST WELL KNOWN herbs for its thujone content. I also like to plant it around other herbs in my garden to keep pest and any type of predator away ( animals too ). I also want to preach that you should be giving the Most High all credit for these medicines, and in fact they are there as clear proof of intelligent design, especially to those who know that they work. Today, the finest gifts that God has given us are the most targeted by the God-haters (tyrant beta's). If God is the Alpha, then his haters are the beta's.


The popular drink known as "Absinthe" is derived from the scientific name of the plant ( Artemesia absinthium ) and was first created by Henri Pernod in 1797. The original Absinthe drink contained wormwood, fennel, anise and often other herbs. The popularity of the brew grew throughout Europe and the United States in the nineteenth century. Later on Absinthe was banned in several countries towards the early twentieth century. It was finally legalized in the USA again. Shakespeare often mentioned Wormwood in his writings as well. He referred to it as eisell or eysell. I think it has some sort of connection to human creativity. My Native Americans friend claim it to be an oneirogen in their culture ( dream enhancing herb ). I see a connection with dreams and creativity as I feel my most inspired after a night of vivid and amazing dreams. Beware that a lot of secretive occult interest has been taken to this plant by different cultures, as indicated by some of the books sold on it. Use discernment and trust your gut. It has a mysterious side to its use.

In the bible: Proverbs 5:1-5:6; Lamentations 3:13 - 3:19; Amos 5:6; Revelation 8:10-12

Precautions



Even tho African Wormwood contains Thujone, this organic constituent exist in many plants in nature. While thujone is safe in small dosages, large dosages of thujone over time are said to have negative health effects. It would take a lot of consumption over a long period of time for this to happen, or an extract or free-base extraction. Pregnant women should avoid consumption of this herb, especially in excess. Note: It's challenging to consume toxic amounts of this constituent.


Dosages: ( small and infrequent! be careful!) Botanical Guides is updated often check back for more information.


Constituents



        Artemesia afra ( scientific name ) contains a lot of the same alkaloids found in many other herbs and ethnobotanicals. Thujone is an alkaloid found in this herb that also exist in Yarrow, Passion Flower, Sassafras root bark and many others. It is very common in nature for identical psychoactive compounds to be found in many different sources. This information can be backed up via the scholarly citations found all throughout this site. It's very interesting to take a night. In my opinion, the quality of the plant material can be judged by its taste, smell, moisture level, appearance, etc... Good quality herb has a really bitter taste, and remember that potency matters.


Study the word because when you bring accursed objects into your home you become accursed like them. I'm not flat out saying that Wormwood is condemned by God, as he made it, but some doctrine out there which is taught related to it, IS. So make sure you keep everything righteous and abide in the shadow of the Almighty. Always give thanks to the creator, rather than idolizing the created. For it is GOD who gave all herbal remedies their ability, and it is HE who ultimately desides whether or not it works, as stated in Jeremiah 16:11 there is such a thing as using medicine in vain.

Organic Wild-Harvested African Wormwood Scientific Name Artemesia afra


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