Herbs-Motherwort

The name literally means Mother's herb because it was used historically for female reproductive health.
It's also been used for cardio health because it can soothe rapid heartbeat caused by stress and anxiety, and support healthy blood pressure.
It's been widely used to calm panic attacks and anxiety.

It can be taken as a tea, a tincture or an herbal vinegar- steep it in apple cider vinegar for several weeks and used as a salad dressing.
The taste is very bitter.

Folklore

It's a plant of protection, courage, and women’s empowerment. Its latin name translates to "lion's heart", and legend suggests it gives individuals the courage of a lion.

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Motherwort was planted in gardens to protect home and family. It was said to ward off bad luck and evil

Putting motherwort in dream pillows or near the bed would help heal emotional wounds and provide peace.

In Victorian England Motherwort was said to symbolize concealed love

In witchcraft it symbolizes the Mother aspect of the Triple Goddess