Chinese Motherwort
Leonurus japonicus X4101
(Yi mu cao) One of the 50 fundamental herbs in Chinese medicine. As its name suggests it is an invaluable aid to mothers, helping to regulate menstruation, ease post-partum pain and bleeding, and to help to eject the placenta. It also helps to relieve PMS symptoms as well as other gynecological issues. It is also considered the number one herb in Chinese medicine for the treatment of infertility. A tall annual or biennial, easy to grow from seeds.
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About Chinese Motherwort
Hardiness zone
4-8
Exposure
Sun
Germease
Easy
Sow times
Spring
Product use
Medicinal
Duration
Annual or Biennial