Chinese mugwort; Argy wormwood
A species of mugwort (Artemisia argyi) used in traditional medicine and moxibustion.
Chinese mugwort is known for being used in moxibustion.
Katakana spelling is common for this plant name; usually written in kana.
Kanji spelling exists but is rarely used; the plant name is normally written in kana.
The name literally means 'Korean mugwort' (朝鮮 + 蓬). The exact historical derivation is uncertain, but it likely refers to the plant's association with the Korean peninsula or its introduction from there.