Evidence supporting the use of: Western Mugwort
For the health condition: Emotional Sensitivity

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Synopsis

Source of validity: Traditional
Rating (out of 5): 1

Western Mugwort (Artemisia ludoviciana) has a long history of use in traditional herbal medicine among Indigenous peoples of North America, primarily for digestive, respiratory, and ceremonial purposes. Its use to support or treat emotional sensitivity, while present, is rooted mainly in traditional and folkloric practices rather than scientific validation. In certain Native American traditions, mugwort is considered a plant for spiritual cleansing, dream enhancement, and calming effects, sometimes used in smudging or in teas to support emotional balance or clarity. However, these uses are based on anecdotal and cultural beliefs rather than controlled scientific studies.

There is a lack of clinical evidence specifically examining Western Mugwort’s efficacy for emotional sensitivity or mood disorders. While some Artemisia species (notably Artemisia vulgaris, European mugwort) have been studied for mild sedative or anxiolytic effects, the available research is limited, and results are not directly applicable to Artemisia ludoviciana. Therefore, the use of Western Mugwort for emotional sensitivity remains primarily a traditional practice with little direct scientific support. The overall evidence rating for its use in this context is low.

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