Motherwort


Common Name Motherwort
Latin Name Leonurus Cardiaca
Folk Name Lion's Tail, Lion's Ear, Throw-wort
Medical Uses Relieves menstrual cramps, moderates hot flashes and night sweats, calms without causing drowsiness, PMS. Excellent for nervous conditions and acts as a heart tonic. Do not use during pregnancy.

Motherwort calms the nerves, strengthens the heart, and is useful for female disorders of any kind. It is also used in supportive treatment for hyperthyroidism.

Chinese Motherwort (Yi Mu Cao) has the following properties: Antibacterial, antifungal, antihypertensive, antispasmodic, diuretic, emmenagogue.

Warning: Some people may get dermatitis from handling the fresh plant.