Common Name: Marikolundu
Botanical Name: Artemisia vulgaris
Family: Asteraceae
Part Used: Leaves, stem, sometimes the flowers
Form Available:
Fresh or dried leaves
Marikolundu is a highly aromatic medicinal herb known for its antiseptic, anti-inflammatory, and digestive properties. It is traditionally used in Tamil Siddha medicine, often in bath powders, herbal teas, and medicated oils.
Used externally as a pain-relief poultice or oil
Effective for joint pain, rheumatism, muscle stiffness, and swelling
Acts as a natural disinfectant
Used in bath powders to prevent skin infections, itchiness, and fungal conditions
Used in teas or decoctions to treat indigestion, gas, and bloating
Stimulates appetite and improves gut health
Used to relieve stress, anxiety, and headaches
In folk medicine, leaves are inhaled or placed under the pillow to improve sleep quality
Traditionally used in regulating menstrual cycles and relieving menstrual cramps
Acts as a mild uterine stimulant in traditional practices
| Language | Name |
|---|---|
| Tamil | மாரிகொலுந்து (Marikolundu) |
| Sanskrit | Damanaka / Nagadamani |
| Hindi | नागदौन (Nagdaun) / Mugwort |
| Malayalam | മാരിക്കൊലുന്ദു (Marikkolundu) |
| Kannada | ಮಾರಿಕೊಲುಂದು (Maarikolundu) |
| Telugu | Davana / Marikolundu |
| English | Mugwort, Wormwood, or Wild Sage |
Added to bath powders for post-partum care and skin purification
Used in medicated oils for pain relief
Prepared as herbal teas for indigestion and menstrual regulation
Burned as an incense herb to purify the environment and repel insects
Should not be consumed in large quantities, especially by pregnant women, as it may have uterine-stimulating effects
Always use in moderation under the guidance of a Siddha or Ayurvedic practitioner
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