Artemisia annua, is known in western herbal medicine as sweet wormwood or Qing Hao. It contains Artemisinin which is the major therapeutic compound, and found in concentrations of 1.5 – 2% in Artemisia annua from cultivars. Benefits are according to Traditional Chinese Medicine practice. What is Artemisinin? Artemisinin, commonly known as Sweet Wormwood, is a traditional Chinese (potent) herb with a proven track record for thousands of years. It is nature’s best supplement to help you achieve optimal health. How does it help? Artemisinin has been shown to do much more than just supporting immune response and gastrointestinal function. Artemisinin also been shown to help with cell repair, oxygenating the body, controlling appetite and many other benefits. Artemisinin is a body oxygenator, and is used in the treatment of liver problems, joint pain, menstrual problems and much, much more.