Recipe
Motherwort syrup
- Herb:
- Motherwort Leonurus cardiaca
- Method:
- Syrup
- Plant part:
- Leaf
About 45 minBeginnerRecipe science profile
Procedure
- Steep 2–3 tsp dried tops in 400 ml boiling water under a lid for 15 minutes, then strain.
- Stir in honey or sugar with gentle warming.
- Store refrigerated; bitter mint-family notes are common — dilute to taste.
Extraction
- Herb:
- proportions according to the recipe steps on the card
- Solvent:
- medium composition (water, alcohol, oil, honey…) see the individual steps
- Shelf life:
- after preparation, store hygienically and according to the type of product (cool conditions, light, alcohol)
- Target compounds:
- indicative home extraction — the profile depends on temperature, cutting time and proportions
Notes
Pregnancy and lactation — check professional guidance and warnings on the herb card.
Why it works
Home preparation following this recipe is mainly educational and cultural; it should not be assumed to match the extractive or safety profile of registered medicines or standardized extracts. Check specific effects, drug interactions, and contraindications on the herb card and with your clinician if you use prescription drugs.
Related
Motherwort — Herb card
Syrup — Processing method detail