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Leonurus sibiricus
Also Known As
- Leonorus sibiricus
- Chinese Motherwort
Plant type
perennial, herb
size
- H: 4'
- W: 2'
planting zones
- 5a-10b
Leonurus sibiricus plant details
Leonurus sibiricus is a broadleaf deciduous perennial herb with green foliage. In fall and summer purple and white flowers emerge. Grows well with sun and even moisture - regular water. Does well in lean and well-drained soil.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Leonurus sibiricus
- Plant type: perennial herb
- Plant family: lamiaceae
- Foliage: deciduous green
- Mature size: 2 FT wide, 4 FT tall
- Flowers: purple and white blooms in fall and summer
- Uses: container plant, medicinal, native plant, self-sowing
GROWING CONDITIONS for Leonurus sibiricus
- USDA Zones: 5a - 10b
- Sun exposure: sun
- Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
- Soil needs: lean and well-drained
Nursery contributed plant descriptions
Used for thousands of years in Chinese medicine, Leonorus sibiricus - a member of the Mint family - grows to 4’ tall with interesting narrow, deeply lobed foliage. Blooming its first year from July to September, the many upright spikes bear white tipped purple or crimson flowers arranged in whorls around the stem. Best in an herb garden, densely planted garden or larger container. Many medicinal uses including lowering blood pressure, clearing toxins, regulating menstruation & as an antibacterial & anti-fungal. Cut off spent flowers to prevent self-sowing. Prefers poor, well-drained soil.
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How to Grow Leonurus sibiricus
Sun Exposure
- sun
Water Needs
- even moisture - regular
Soil Needs
- lean
- well-drained
Features
Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- white
- purple
Flower Season
- summer
- fall
Foliage Season
- deciduous
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