A precious species with delicate aromas

Less powerful but more floral than other genepi varieties, Artemisia mutellina is distinguished by its refined aroma, highly valued in traditional preparations. Its rarity in the wild now requires controlled cultivation and responsible harvesting for its preservation.

Description

Dried flowering tops, thin downy stems, light yellow flowers, subtly resinous and sweet scent.

Nomenclature

• Common names: White genepi, Alpine genepi
• Latin name: Artemisia mutellina
• Family: Asteraceae
• Part used: Flowering aerial part
• Shape: Cut
• Origin: European Alpine massifs (France, Italy, Switzerland)
• English name: Alpine wormwood
• German name: Alpen-Edelraute
• Name in Italian: Genepì bianco
• Name in Spanish: Genepí blanco
• Name in Arabic: جينبي الأبيض

Main virtues

Traditionally used to promote light digestion, and appreciated as a fragrant infusion or as a base for typical Alpine liqueurs.

Main constituents

Essential oils (camphor, cineole), sesquiterpene lactones, flavonoids.

Use and dosage

• Infusion: 1 g for 250 ml of simmering water, infuse for 5 to 7 minutes.
• Alcoholic macerate: 30 to 50 g per liter of 40° alcohol for a sweet and fragrant liqueur (maceration of approximately 40 days).
• Culinary use: flavoring of mountain desserts and traditional drinks.

Precautions, side effects and contraindications

• Use in moderation (natural presence of thujone).
• Not recommended for pregnant or breastfeeding women and young children.
• Respect the recommended doses, occasional festive use preferred.

History and origin

Mentioned in Alpine traditions since the Middle Ages, white Génépi is the subject of artisanal know-how passed down from generation to generation, particularly in the valleys of Savoie and Valle d'Aosta. Its cultivation is now regulated to preserve its future and its fragile environment.

Miscellaneous information

• Packaging: lined kraft bag or opaque jar.
• Storage: Protect from humidity and direct light.
• Shelf life: 2 years under good conditions.

Sources and references

• Medicinal and aromatic mountain plants – Editions Glénat
• Flora Helvetica – Alpine plants
• Pl@ntUse – https://uses.plantnet-project.org

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