Throughout history Motherwort has been known as “The Mother’s Herb” Used to soothe tension and ease pain during menstruation. Eases crampy, suppressed or challenging menstruation and often brings fast relief. Motherwort also has a way of bringing on suppressed periods, so pregnant mothers should seek professional advice before using this herb. It is a tonic for the nerves, heart and circulation, so it helps with the tension that many women experience with PMS. Both Men and Women can benefit by taking Motherwort for insomnia, tension, nervousness, restlessness and over-stimulated heart conditions. Motherwort combines well with Hawthorn as a heart tonic. Motherwort has a nurturing demeaner and a special affinity for women. Nicholas Culpepper once wrote: ““Venus owns this herb and it is under Leo. There is no better herb to drive melancholy vapours from the heart, to strengthen it and make the mind cheerful, blithe and merry…It cleansethe the chest of cold phlegm… It is of good use to warm and dry up the cold humours, to digest and disperse them that are settled in the veins, joints and sinews of the body and to help cramps and convulsions.”
Ingredients:
Leonuris cardiaca and undenatured food grade ethanol.
Glycerin tinctures available on request.
Internal Uses:
Improves fertility
Eases period pain and discomfort
Uterine stimulant - brings on periods (use with caution if pregnant)
Eases menopausal symptoms, hot flashes, night sweats etc.
Lowers blood pressure
Postpartum depression
Irregular heartbeat
Insomnia
Flatulence and indigestion
Muscle relaxant
Spinal irritation
Anxiety & depression – mood enhancing
Anti-spasmodic
Oxytocin synergist
External Uses:
Oil, salve or balm can be applied to the skin for itching and shingles
Spiritual Uses:
The Mother’s Herb – an affinity for Women
Drives away negative energies
Used for frazzled parents to gain peace and groundedness
Warnings:
Seek a medical professional’s advice if pregnant or trying to become pregnant
This data included on this website should not take the place of medical advice. We encourage you to talk to your healthcare providers about your interest in, questions about, or use of herbs and what may be best for your overall health.