The difference between Artemisia absinthium and Artemisia absinthium is different leaves, different scent, the pictures are as follows:

1, the leaves are different

Artemisia absinthium's leaves touching the feel, relatively soft and smooth, showing a dark green color, in the surface of the blade there will be a very deep jagged lines. Artemisia absinthium in the process of growth, the leaves will have fluffy hairs at the beginning, and then will gradually fall off, Artemisia absinthium's leaves are presented as oblong, the leaves continue to crack to the outside extension.

The leaves of mugwort are thick and full, like paper rough and hard, rough and uneven to the touch, both sides of the leaves are with hairs. Mugwort's branches and trunks are thick, Mugwort's leaves are light green in color, Mugwort's leaves are generally wider, the long line of the leaf blade out of the triangle, to the two sides of the gradual growth and expansion.

2, the fragrance is different

Artemisia's buds, is an inflorescence-like, in a dense growth on a branch, the color of the petals is lavender. Will emit a grassy flavor, and even a pungent odor. The petals of the mugwort are oval shaped and the corolla area is a narrow growth that is purple in color. As it grows, mugwort will give off a fragrance that smells fresh and pungent.

Mugwort preservation tips

1, placed in a ventilated place: place the mugwort in a well-ventilated place, avoiding direct sunlight and humid environment.

2, Store in containers: Place the mugwort in dry containers such as ziplock bags and bottles to keep it dry.

3, refrigerator storage: mugwort is a seasonal plant, if used for food, you can put fresh mugwort leaves into the refrigerator to store, you can prolong the preservation of mugwort leaves, but in the refrigerator storage time is too long, it will affect the edible value of mugwort leaves, it is recommended to consume as soon as possible.

4, regular inspection: to prevent insect infestation, moxa is also an organic herb, so that storage is prone to recast phenomenon, to often turn over, and moxa leaves after drying, but also flammable, moxa leaves are particularly easy to catch fire, if a large number of piles stored in the warehouse, must pay attention to fire prevention.