Motherwort is a member of the mint family that earned its common name because it
was once a favorite herb among midwives.
The leaves of this herb is
characterized by a very bitter flavor and a hairy texture, which likely explains
why motherwort is also known as Lion's Ear and Lion's Tail.
This herb is often
used in tea blends, but due to the presence of cardiac alkaloids, internal use
is not recommended during pregnancy or in conjunction with pharmaceutical
medications that act on the heart.