Motherwort Herb (Leonurus cardiaca)

Motherwort Herb (Leonurus cardiaca)

Motherwort Herb (Leonurus cardiaca) is well known among herbalists for its powerful cardiotonic and uterine tonic properties, traditionally used to calm heart palpitations and anxiety, support healthy cardiovascular function, regulate and stimulate delayed or suppressed menstruation, ease menstrual cramping and menopausal symptoms, and provide gentle nervine relief for stress-related conditions, though it is avoided during pregnancy due to its strong stimulating action on the uterus.

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Traditional Uses: Traditionally used in European herbalism as an emmenagogue for delayed menstruation, a uterine tonic, a nervine for heart palpitations due to anxiety, and for menopausal symptoms.

Potential Benefits: May support cardiovascular health by mildly lowering blood pressure and heart rate, reduce symptoms of stress and anxiety, and exhibit anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and antimicrobial properties.

Warnings: Avoid during pregnancy (may stimulate uterine contractions and miscarriage) and breastfeeding; use cautiously with blood thinners, sedatives, and blood pressure medications; may cause mild GI upset.

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