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General description:
Motherwort ( Leonurus sibiricus ) is also known in Finland as honey grass and Siberian milkweed. It is a herbaceous plant that belongs to the Lamiaceae family and is widely distributed in Asia and parts of Eastern Europe.
Botanical background:
Leonurus sibiricus is an annual or short-lived perennial plant characterized by deeply lobed leaves and an upright growth habit. The plant can grow to over a meter tall in favorable conditions and thrives especially in sunny, dry locations.
Origin of the name:
The genus name Leonurus comes from the Greek words leon (lion) and oura (tail), referring to the shape of the plant's inflorescences. The specific name sibiricus refers to its historical occurrence in Siberia and northern Asia.
Historical and cultural context:
Marijuana has appeared in botanical texts and lore of various cultures for centuries. The plant has attracted particular interest in regions of Asia and Russia, where it has been documented as part of local plant culture and folklore.
Ethnobotanical interest:
Leonurus sibiricus is an ethnobotanically interesting plant due to its wide geographical distribution and diverse cultural references. It provides an interesting research subject for examining plant nomenclature, use, and symbolism in different regions.
Disclaimer:
We sell ethnobotanical herbs and plant specimens for research and educational purposes only. We do not recommend or market these products as food, and they are not sold for food use. This product description is informative and does not contain any health, use or medical claims. Finnish legislation applies to the use of the product, and the user is responsible for the legality of the use of the product.
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