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Southernwood

Southernwood ~ Artemisia abrotanum

AKA; Lad’s Love, Old Man, Boy’s Love, Appleringie, Garde Robe

Southernwood, coming into winter

Southernwood with its feathery green leaves is a lovely wee bush to have with its camphor type scent.  Southernwood was traditionally planted at the gate so you could pick a sprig (or a whole branch) on your way to church and put it in your buttonhole, apparently it helped to keep you awake! Also has been known as a key ingredient in love potions (see AKA names!). I’ve found a lot of people buy this plant for its sentimental value, having once had it in a garden that is no longer theirs. 🌿All my plants are grown organically.

Southernwood

  • Growth Type; Woody perennial

Growing Southernwood

  • Climate; Any
  • Exposure; Full sun, can handle wind, drought tolerant
  • Soil; Any, free draining
  • Tips; Prune in spring for a lovely bushy plant. Slightly deciduous in cooler climates. Good companion plant for apricot trees.

Using Southernwood

  • Parts Used; Leaves
  • Medicinal Actions and Uses; Tonic, emmenagogue, anthelmintic, antiseptic, deobstruent.

Disclaimer; The content on this website is not intended as a medical reference but as a source of information. I, SandRa Timmins (she), am not a qualified herbalist and recommend you see your GP or holistic practitioner before dabbling in herbal remedies especially for; serious/chronic conditions, if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, if you are already taking pharmaceuticals.  Treat herbal remedies with respect, they can be powerful.

Links for other information

  • https://www.organicgardener.com.au/blogs/southernwood
  • An extract from Mrs M. Grieves’ Modern Herbal

Related posts

  • The History and uses of Southernwood
  • Artemisia family
  • Related plant, Mugwort
Southernwood, Artemisia abrotanum

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