Description

Belonging to the mint family, Leonurus cardiaca, commonly known as motherwort, is a perennial herb native to central Asia and southeast Europe. Now thriving worldwide, this herb is celebrated for its soothing effects and its connection to heart health. In traditional herbal practices, motherwort has been valued for its cooling and drying properties. It can be prepared through tincturing or steeping to create a comforting cup of motherwort tea.

Motherwort displays hairy, dull green leaves and possesses a notably bitter taste. Its botanical name, Leonurus, is derived from the leaves’ fancied resemblance to a lion’s tail. An intriguing Hindu legend suggests that brewing motherwort tea and adding it to laundry while washing socks and underwear brings harmony to the home. Typically enjoyed as a tea, motherwort is often paired with hawthorn for added benefits. Additionally, it can be consumed in extract or capsule form.