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What is motherwort like?
1. Leonurus japonicus, scientific name of traditional Chinese medicine. It is the fresh or dry aerial part of Leonurus japonicus in Labiatae. Harvest fresh products from seedling stage in spring to flowering stage in early summer;

2. Dry products are harvested, dried or cut into sections in summer when the stems and leaves are lush and the flowers are not in bloom or just in bloom. Widely distributed throughout the country. Has the effects of promoting blood circulation, regulating menstruation, promoting diuresis, relieving swelling, and clearing away heat and toxic materials. Used for irregular menstruation, dysmenorrhea, amenorrhea, lochia, edema, oliguria and sores.

3. Born in wasteland, ridge and grassland in Shan Ye. Distributed in most parts of the country. Pick flowers that bloom when they are not fully open in summer. The tender stems and leaves of Leonurus japonicus contain protein, carbohydrates and other nutrients.

4. Alias:,,, Vallissima, Eupatorium odoratum, Prunellae Spica, Wild Gastrodia elata, Hog Hemp, Artemisia argyi, Four Ridges Grass and Muddy Grass.

5. Instructions for use: Oral administration: decoct, 10 to 30g or decoct ointment, or make pills and powder. External use: appropriate amount, decocted in water or mashed with fresh grass.