Motherwort

Strong, protective, and deeply comforting, Motherwort is a traditional herb connected to the heart, the home, feminine strength, courage, and emotional steadiness. Also known by its botanical name Leonurus cardiaca, Motherwort has long been valued in folk herbalism for its association with the heart and nervous system, as well as in spiritual practice for protection, healing, peace, and inner resilience.

In magical work, Motherwort is often used when someone needs strength during emotional hardship, courage during transitions, or protection around the home and family. Its energy is firm but nurturing — like a protective mother presence — making it a meaningful herb for healing rituals, self-love work, grief support, boundary setting, spiritual defence, and spells for peace in the household.

Traditionally, Motherwort has been used in herbal preparations for nervous tension, emotional restlessness, heart-centered wellness, menstrual support, and women’s herbal traditions. Its Latin name, cardiaca, points to its long folk association with the heart, though modern clinical evidence for many uses remains limited. Motherwort is often prepared as a tea, tincture, or herbal blend, but it has a naturally bitter taste and should be used with care.

15 gram bag

Correspondences:
Botanical Name: Leonurus cardiaca
Common Names: Motherwort, Lion’s Tail, Lion’s Ear, Throw-wort
Planet: Venus, Moon, Saturn
Element: Water and Earth
Zodiac: Leo, Cancer, Taurus, Capricorn
Chakra: Heart Chakra, Root Chakra, Sacral Chakra
Energy: Feminine, protective, nurturing, strengthening
Intentions: Protection, healing, courage, peace, emotional balance, family blessing, resilience, grief work, self-love, and spiritual strength
Candle Pairings: White, pink, green, red, blue, black, and purple
Crystal Pairings: Rose quartz, rhodonite, black tourmaline, amethyst, moonstone, smoky quartz, garnet, and lepidolite

How to Use:

• Add Motherwort to spell jars, charm bags, protection sachets, healing work, home blessing blends, bath blends, incense blends, and altar offerings. 
• Use it in rituals for emotional strength, mothering energy, protection, peaceful boundaries, and healing the heart.
• For home and family work, place it in a sachet near the front door or add it to a blessing jar with rosemary, lavender, rose petals, and protective roots.

Disclaimer & Safety:
Sold as a dried herb for spiritual, ritual, craft, and traditional herbal use. Results are not guaranteed. Herbal information is based on traditional use and is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. Do not use Motherwort during pregnancy, as it may stimulate the uterus. Consult a qualified healthcare professional before internal use, especially if nursing, taking medication, using blood thinners or sedatives, have a heart condition, have a bleeding disorder, have low blood pressure, or are preparing for surgery. Keep away from children and pets.