Motherwort (Leonurus cardiaca)

Motherwort — Leonurus cardiaca

With its deeply lobed leaves, delicate pink flowers and long-standing place in traditional European herbalism, motherwort is a distinctive member of the mint family. Its name reflects its historical association with women's herbal traditions and household apothecaries.

Motherwort appears in centuries-old herbal literature, including works discussing women's health and traditional botanical preparations. It is known for its notably bitter character.

Ways to use: Traditionally prepared as herbal tea infusions and botanical blends, subject to suitability for the intended use.

Our botanicals: Carefully selected from a specialist botanical supplier and hand-packed in small batches by Hearthwise Herbals.

Traditional correspondences: Venus · Virgo · Earth
Energetics: Cooling · Drying

Cautions: Avoid during pregnancy. Seek professional advice if breastfeeding, taking heart or blood-thinning medication, or managing a heart condition.

50 g | Dried botanical