Artemisia annua, commonly known as sweet wormwood, is a flowering plant native to Asia and Europe. It is well-known for its medicinal properties, particularly its use in traditional Chinese medicine. The plant contains a compound called artemisinin, which is effective in treating malaria. In addition to its medicinal uses, Artemisia annua is also cultivated for its essential oils and as a natural insect repellent. The plant thrives in warm climates and can grow up to 1.5 meters tall. Its leaves are green and feathery, and it produces small yellow flowers during the summer months.