A classic from Hildegard’s teachings
Wormwood according to Hildegard von Bingen
Check out our Organic Wormwood Drink DE-ÖKO-006 and the Organic Wormwood Drink (Course) DE-ÖKO-006
Wormwood (Artemisia absinthium) is one of the oldest and most well-known herbs in Europe—and it plays a big role in Hildegard von Bingen’s teachings. The Benedictine nun described it as one of the most important herbs in May.
Origin, properties, and ingredients
What is wormwood?
Common wormwood is a strongly aromatic, silvery-gray herb with a bitter taste. Its character comes from the essential oils, bitter compounds, and flavonoids found in its leaves and flowers.
- Origin: Mediterranean region & Central Europe
- Ingredients: absinthin, thujone (in small amounts), tannins, essential oil
- Uses: traditionally as tea, tincture, or in herbal drinks
Wormwood in Hildegard’s teachings
Hildegard von Bingen described wormwood specifically in connection with May:
“Wormwood is the most important remedy in May. It drives away sluggishness of the mind, cleanses the intestines, and strengthens people from within.”
In Hildegard’s writings, wormwood holds a special place—it’s one of the herbs she focused on most in her work.
Recipe from Hildegard – Make your own wormwood wine
Ingredients:
- 1 liter organic white wine
- 1 tbsp dried wormwood (from the pharmacy or wildcrafted)
- 1 tbsp honey
Preparation: Put all ingredients in a screw-top jar, let steep for 5 days, then strain. Drink 1 shot glass in the morning during May—just as described in Hildegard’s tradition.
Wormwood in herbal tradition
Even today, wormwood is valued in herbal tradition—as:
- Wormwood tea: a classic bitter tea in herbal medicine
- Wormwood wine: following Hildegard’s tradition—as a mindful ritual in May
- Herbal extract: one of the most popular ways to use it
Note: Wormwood should be used as a short-term course—the bitter compounds are very strong.
Buy organic wormwood drink – certified quality, Hildegard style
If you want to discover the fascination of wormwood, you’ll find carefully crafted products with us, made according to Hildegard von Bingen’s traditions—in certified organic quality.
Our recommendations:
Organic Wormwood Drink DE-ÖKO-006
A pure herbal extract with wormwood, a classic from Hildegard’s teachings—especially valued as a mindful ritual in May.
- No additives
- Based on traditional monastery recipes
- 100% organic certified
Organic Wormwood Drink (Course) DE-ÖKO-006
The wormwood course according to Hildegard for spring: This 2-week course with wormwood drink is a mindful spring ritual inspired by Hildegard’s tradition.
- Recommended for use in May
- With usage tips & dosing aid
- DE-ÖKO-006 certified
Wormwood Body Oil
A soothing care oil with extracts of wormwood and other herbs. A lovely self-care ritual after sports or on cold days.
- Nourishes the skin
- Pleasant herbal scent
- Perfect for a mindful self-care ritual
Also check out our full range inspired by Hildegard’s teachings.
