Leonurus

Leonurus cardiaca, commonly known as motherwort, is a deciduous perennial that features deeply lobed, palmate leaves. Throughout the summer, it produces clusters of flowers that range in color from purple-pink to white, each adorned with purple-spotted lips, arranged around a central stem. Historically, this plant has been valued for its medicinal properties, particularly for addressing heart-related conditions. Additionally, it serves as an important source of nectar for pollinators. Honey derived from its nectar is noted for its distinctive minty flavor.

This genus comprises flowering shrubs that are indigenous to Europe and Asia, recognized as an important herb in traditional Chinese medicine. The leaves can vary significantly, presenting either lance-like shapes or deeply lobed, palm-like forms. The flowers grow in whorls along upright stems, exhibiting tubular structures that may be red-orange, purple-pink, or white, varying by species.

Leonurus cardiaca

Leonurus cardiaca 'Crispa'

Leonurus cardiaca 'Grobbebol'

Leonurus cardiaca from Cally Gardens

Leonurus japonicus

Leonurus japonicus pink-flowered

Leonurus japonicus white-flowered

Leonurus macranthus

Leonurus macranthus var. alba

Leonurus marrubiastrum

Leonurus persicus

Leonurus quinquelobatus

Leonurus sibiricus L.

Leonurus turkestanicum

Leonurus turkestanicus

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