artamisa
English: Translation
Indian Wormwood - a plant native to the Philippines and is commonly known as Damong maria or Herbaka in the local language. It is a medicinal herb used in Philippine traditional medicine to treat various ailments, including digestive issues, menstrual problems, and wounds. The plant is found in disturbed areas like roadsides and cultivated in gardens and around homes
Bikol: Translation
kamaria
Part of Speech
noun
Semantic Domain
Plants, trees and other vegetation
Scientific Name
Artemisia vulgaris (Artemisia indica)
Notes
artamisa n. [Boie’nen]
- Damong Maria; Halamang Hilbas. Scientific name: Artemisia vulgaris. Common English name: mugwort.
- An aromatic medicinal herb with deeply lobed leaves, green on top and whitish underneath. Traditionally used as tea for bloating, menstruation, and as a sleep aid.
Note: This is not bay leaf. Avoid if pregnant.