Dried Motherwort Herb Yi Mu Cao 500g Chinese Herbal Foot Soak Material

Dried Motherwort Herb, known in TCM as Yi Mu Cao (益母草), from Leonurus japonicus, is the dried aerial part of the plant. In TCM theory it is bitter, pungent, and slightly cold, entering the Liver, Heart, and Bladder channels. Traditionally associated with supporting healthy blood circulation and menstrual comfort, it is commonly used in foot soak blends and decoctions. This 500g food-grade agricultural product is not a medicine and cannot replace medication.

Key Selling Points

• Identified as Yi Mu Cao (益母草), the dried aerial parts of Leonurus japonicus
• Sourced from Henan province and sold as a food-grade agricultural product
• Traditional TCM herb associated with blood circulation and menstrual wellness
• Commonly used as a foot soak material or in herbal decoctions
• 500g net weight with a 24-month shelf life under normal storage

Quality & Sensory

The dried herb typically shows green to brownish-green stems and leaves with a mild, grassy, slightly bitter aroma. Texture is dry and somewhat brittle. When decocted or soaked, it yields a light herbal infusion with a faintly bitter, earthy taste. Actual batch color and aroma may vary slightly.

Technical Specifications

Usage Scenarios

• Foot soak blend with warm water
• Herbal decoction with other TCM herbs
• Added to seasonal soup or congee
• Traditional herbal tea preparation

Traditional Uses

In TCM theory, Yi Mu Cao is traditionally used to support healthy blood circulation and menstrual comfort. It is often decocted alone or paired with herbs such as Dang Gui or Chuan Xiong. Folk practice also uses it in warm foot soaks and seasonal soups. It is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.

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