What is Leonurus cardiaca or Motherwort?

Botanical Name: Leonurus cardiaca

Common Names: Motherwort, Throw-Wort, Lion’s Ear, Lion’s Tail, Heartwort, and Roman Motherwort.

Leonurus cardiaca is a herbaceous plant, native to central Asia, Europe, and the Middle East, that has been used for medicinal purposes for centuries.

The medicinal use or benefits of Leonurus cardiaca include improving heart health, reducing anxiety and stress, alleviating menstrual cramps, and aiding in digestion.