Yi Mu Cao (Leonurus japonicus) — Dried Motherwort Herb, 500g Food-Herb
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Description
Yi Mu Cao (Leonurus japonicus), also known as Motherwort or by its folk name Kūn Cǎo (坤草), is the dried aerial herb of a highly revered traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) botanical. For centuries, Yi Mu Cao has been prized as a blood-quickening, stasis-dispelling, and uterus-regulating herb, traditionally used to support women's wellness, ease menstrual discomfort, and promote the smooth movement of qi and blood. Its nature is bitter, pungent, and slightly cold, making it a focused yet gentle herb for invigorating the Blood and regulating the menses.
Key Selling Points
- Traditional blood-quickening and menses-regulating food herb
- Dried aerial herb of Leonurus japonicus
- Known in folk practice as Kun Cao (坤草)
- New-crop, sun-dried, 500g bulk pack
- Suitable for decoction, tea, and herbal formulas
Quality & Sensory
Each batch is carefully harvested and sun-dried to preserve its fresh green color, soft leafy texture, and mild grassy aroma. When decocted, Yi Mu Cao yields a light, slightly bitter and subtly pungent infusion with a clean herbal finish, blending well with jujube, goji berry, and other gentle herbs.
Technical Specifications
| Product Type | Dried Herb |
|---|---|
| Common Name | Yi Mu Cao (Kun Cao) |
| Botanical Name | Leonurus japonicus |
| Form | Dried Aerial Herb |
| Net Weight | 500g |
| Processing | Sun-Dried |
Usage Scenarios
- Traditional herbal decoction
- Herbal tea blends for women's wellness
- Medicinal congee and soup
- Herbal foot soak blends
- Daily food-herb nourishment
Traditional Uses
In folk herbal practice, Yi Mu Cao is decocted alone or with jujube, goji berry, and angelica to support women's monthly wellness and promote smooth blood circulation. It is also simmered into congee, added to medicinal soups, and brewed as a daily tea for gentle nourishment. In some regional traditions, it is combined with other herbs in foot soak blends for warming, circulation-supporting rituals.
FAQ Q&A
Q: What is Yi Mu Cao?
A: Yi Mu Cao is the common Chinese name for the dried aerial herb of Leonurus japonicus, also known as Motherwort or Kun Cao. It is a traditional food herb used in decoctions, teas, and soups.
Q: What is the traditional wellness value of Yi Mu Cao?
A: In traditional Chinese food wellness culture, Yi Mu Cao is associated with invigorating the Blood, dispelling stasis, and regulating the menses. It is often used in decoctions and teas for women's monthly nourishment.
Q: How do I use dried Yi Mu Cao?
A: Rinse the herb and simmer it in water as a decoction, or brew it in hot water as part of a tea blend. It can also be added to congee or soup. Adjust the quantity to your recipe and taste preference.
Additional information
| Weight | 0.72 kg |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | 25 × 18 × 8 cm |
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