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Motherwort (Leonurus cardiaca) – Dried Herb

Motherwort is a deeply nurturing herb known for its heart-centered healing and emotional balancing powers. Medicinally, it’s used to support heart health, regulate heartbeat, ease anxiety, and relieve menstrual cramps or hormonal imbalances. Especially beloved by women’s herbal traditions, motherwort is often used to calm nervous tension, reduce stress, and help the body through transitions—whether physical, emotional, or spiritual.

Spiritually, motherwort is the Herb of the Divine Mother, bringing comfort, protection, and fierce, unconditional support. It’s used to open the heart chakra, release emotional trauma, and instill courage during times of fear, grief, or self-doubt. In magick, it helps reclaim personal power, strengthens maternal energies (whether literal or symbolic), and creates sacred space for healing the inner child or ancestral wounds. It is important for shadow work. Steep as a tea and offer for libation, or use the herb or tea in a bath.

Precautions: Motherwort may stimulate uterine contractions and is not recommended during pregnancy. It can also mildly lower blood pressure or interact with heart medications. Always consult a healthcare provider before internal use, especially if you have a heart condition or are on medication.