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Motherwort

Leonurus cardiaca L.

cardiovascular

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Quick Facts

Part UsedAerial parts
Categorycardiovascular
Primary UsePalpitations
SafetyCaution Advised

A calming heart and uterine tonic. Eases anxiety, palpitations, and menstrual cramps. The name means 'lion-hearted' and 'mother's herb'. Bitter and reliable.

Cardiotonic
Nervine
Emmenagogue
Antispasmodic
Hypotensive
Sedative
Treats: Palpitations
Treats: Anxiety
Treats: Hyperthyroidism
Treats: Menstrual cramps
Treats: Amenorrhea
Treats: Menopause
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Part Used:Aerial parts

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Healing Properties

CardiotonicNervineEmmenagogueAntispasmodicHypotensiveSedative

Treats & Supports

Palpitations
Anxiety
Hyperthyroidism
Menstrual cramps
Amenorrhea
Menopause

Important Safety Information

AHP Class 2b, 2d. Contraindicated in pregnancy (uterine stimulant/emmenagogue). May potentiate cardiac medications. May increase bleeding - caution with anticoagulants. Avoid in heavy menstrual bleeding. Very bitter taste.

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