An important plant in Chinese medicine. It has been used as an emmenagogue, diuretic and vasodilator. The entire plant is said to be useful for clearing the eyes, increasing vigor and stimulating circulation. Can be used interchangeably with regular Motherwort. This plant is even showier with finely scalloped leaves and pretty magenta/pink blossoms blooming on tall 5 foot stalks. Biennia.l Hardy to zone 4
