Motherwort | Leonurus cardiaca
Early Greeks used Motherwort to treat anxiety in pregnant women. Its use was continued and the herb was named as mother wort or mother’s herb. The word cardiac was derived from the Greek word kardiaca and Leourus was derived from the Greek leon meaning lion and ouros for tail, as the plant resembles tail of lion. In ancient China, Motherwort was used to improve longevity. Motherwort was first known in Europe for treating cattle diseases. The herb was introduced to North America by Colonists. In 19th century, Eclectics approved it to promote menstruation and cure to expelling the afterbirth. As a sedative, it was used by Cherokees for nervous illness.
Treats
- Pain
- Inflammation
- Painful menstruation
- PMS
- Overall health
- Rapid heartbeat
- Normalize blood pressure
- Fights cancer
Common names:
Throw-wort, lion’s ear, and lion’s tail
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