Definition

Noun 1. A perennial herb of the mint family: A bitter-tasting Old World herb (Leonurus cardiaca) found in hedgerows and woodland edges. It is characterized by its toothed leaves and clusters of small white or pale pink flowers. It is also commonly known as motherwort.

Usage Examples

• Noun:
  • Leonurus cardiaca is often found growing wild along the edges of forests.
  • The herbalist harvested Leonurus cardiaca for its traditional uses.
  • You can identify Leonurus cardiaca by its distinctive toothed leaves and pale flowers.

Advanced Usage

• In botanical or herbal contexts: The term is used precisely to refer to this specific species within the genus .
  • The study focused on the phytochemical properties of Leonurus cardiaca.

Variants and Related Words

• Motherwort: The common name for .
  • Motherwort is another name for Leonurus cardiaca.

Synonyms

• Motherwort: The most common synonym, used in general and herbal contexts.

Noun

1. bitter Old World herb of hedgerows and woodland margins having toothed leaves and white or pale pink flowers