Motherwort • Leonurus cardiaca
Parts Used: aerial parts
Affinity: heart, endocrine & nervous systems, thyroid
Herbal Action: antispasmodic, anxiolytic, bitter tonic, heart tonic, emmenagogue, hypotensive,
Indications:
Eases anxiety, heart palpitations, and heavy feelings on the chest, whether from stress, thyroid conditions or postpartum depression
Calms symptoms of PMS and menopause, including anger, irritability, menstrual cramps, hot flashes, and night sweats
Preferred Preparations: infusion, tincture
Taste: bitter + acrid
Contraindications: not for use during pregnancy or with heavy uterine bleeding. Consult your healthcare physician if consuming daily with hypothyroid conditions.
