Motherwort' shows its relevance to menstrual and uterine conditions (due to its alkaloid content) while 'cardiaca' indicates its use in heart and circulation treatments (due to its glycoside content). It has been shown to calm palpitations and normalize heart functions in general. It may be useful to ease false labour pains. It is an excellent tonic for the heart, strengthening without straining. Chinese research referred to in Potters Cyclopedia found that it both reduced blood platelet aggregation and decreased levels of blood lipids.
