よもぎ
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Meanings
1
Japanese mugwort (Artemisia princeps)
usually written using kana alone
Specifically refers to the species Artemisia princeps, a common plant in Japan used in food and traditional medicine.
In spring, we pick mugwort and make kusa mochi.
2
mugwort (any Artemisia species); wormwood; sagebrush
usually written using kana alone
General term for plants of the genus Artemisia, including wormwood and sagebrush. In everyday Japanese, よもぎ usually refers to the Japanese mugwort.
Plants of the Artemisia genus are widely distributed around the world.
Expressions
- 麻の中の蓬nurture beats nature; good company shapes character