Lamiaceae
Five-lobed Motherwort: Aromatic Plant
Leonurus quinquelobatus
Requires a sunny location and well-drained soil. It needs regular watering during the flowering period but is very cold-hardy.
Every 5 days
Bright indirect
-15° - 35°C
40% - 70%
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What is Five-lobed Motherwort?
Five-lobed Motherwort (Leonurus quinquelobatus) is a medium-care plant from the Lamiaceae family. Leonurus quinquelobatus, commonly known as five-lobed motherwort, is a perennial medicinal herb belonging to the Lamiaceae family. It is characterized by its vigorous growth, hairy stems, and deeply lobed leaves. Small, pinkish-purple flowers bloom in whorls on the upper part of the stem. It is prim...
Five-lobed Motherwort grows up to 1.5m, spread of 80cm, watering every 5 days, -15°C â 35°C, 40â70% humidity. It is not suitable for indoor environments and not safe for pets.
Without precautions, ingestion can cause irritation in pets. Keep out of reach of cats and dogs.
How to Care for Five-lobed Motherwort?
TLDR: Five-lobed Motherwort needs Bright indirect, watering every 5 days, and temperatures between -15-35°C with 40-70% humidity.
How Often Should You Water Five-lobed Motherwort?
Do not allow the soil to dry out completely during the summer heat, but avoid waterlogged conditions.
How Much Light Does Five-lobed Motherwort Need?
Prefers full sun; in shade, the stems may become leggy and produce fewer flowers.
What Is the Best Soil for Five-lobed Motherwort?
Prefers nitrogen-rich but well-drained loamy soil.
What Pot Should You Use for Five-lobed Motherwort?
Deep planters or open ground due to its taproot system.
Care Schedule
Fertilize
Every 30 days
What Is Five-lobed Motherwort and Where Does It Come From?
Leonurus quinquelobatus, commonly known as five-lobed motherwort, is a perennial medicinal herb belonging to the Lamiaceae family. It is characterized by its vigorous growth, hairy stems, and deeply lobed leaves. Small, pinkish-purple flowers bloom in whorls on the upper part of the stem. It is primarily known as a wild-growing plant in the temperate regions of Eurasia.
How to Propagate Five-lobed Motherwort?
Sowing seeds
- Autumn self-seeding is common; seeds germinate easily in spring after exposure to frost.
- 1 Seed preparation
Sow seeds in early spring directly into their final location or into seedling trays.
- 2 Sowing depth
Cover only with a thin layer of soil, as light aids germination.
- 3 Care
Keep the soil moist until the seedlings are established.
Materials needed:
Division
- Only perform on plants that are at least 3 years old.
- 1 Lifting
Dig up the mature root ball in early spring.
- 2 Separation
Use a sharp knife to divide the rhizome into several viable sections.
Materials needed:
How Big Does Five-lobed Motherwort Grow?
TLDR: Five-lobed Motherwort can reach up to 1.5m tall with Fast growth rate.
Max height
1.5m
Spread
80cm
Growth rate
Fast
Foliage
Deciduous
Warning: Toxic Plant
This plant can be toxic if ingested. Keep out of reach of:
Plant Uses
Medicinal
Medicinal properties
Aromatic
Pleasant fragrance
Medicinal Uses
- Cardiac sedative
- Hypotensive (blood pressure reduction)
- Relief of nervous system tension
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Meaning & Symbolism
In folk medicine, it was regarded as a protector of the mother's heart.
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