Marihuanilla (Leonurus sibiricus)

Leonurus sibiricus is also known as Siberian motherwort and little marijuana. This bush, reaching 1-2 meters has been used in traditional Asian medicin for many centuries for its relaxing and soothing effects. It is said to help against potency problems, menstruation problems and bruises. In South America and Mexico the herb was nicknamed "marihuanilla" (little marijuana). Mixed in a blend of herbs or used on itself, it is said to be a mild intoxicant.

Marihuanilla effects

Marihuanilla is mostly used for its relaxing effects and its pleasant, mild taste. Although it is said to be a mild intoxicant and it has been confirmed that the plant contains alkaloids such as leonurine, it is not exactly known what causes this intoxication. Traditional use ranges very wide: it supports the blood pressure, helps menstruation problems, helps against bruises and skin problems.

Usage

Traditional Asian use involves soaking 1-3 teaspoons of the herb in hot water for 15 minutes.

Reviews

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Mar 4, 2012 Yelloman said:

“I made tea for 2, used 6 big teaspoons of the herb, but also added a bit of linden herb, and let it sit for 15-18 min. in hot water.
I added a lot of honey because to tea tasted to bitter. At the end we added even milk to milden the bad taste.
I could say I got restfull ...or just very tired and went to sleep. Not a nice tea.”

Feb 22, 2012 Yellowman said:

“I made a tea. Used about 3 tea spoons of dried herbs and pored over a cup of hot water. Let it sit for 15 minutes as advices. Drank the tea.
I did not feel any buzz. I will try a few spoons more next time.”

Dec 13, 2011 Botanical86 said:

“I was suprised over the potency in this herb.
After smoking some o.k. quality hash, I drank a 3 teaspoon tea, and actually got twice as high, so this herb is my new cannabis-intencifyer:P (unless I get hold of some high grade cannabis, then I won't be able to walk from the couch to the waterboiler anyway ;)

Next time I m on my cannabis break (to lower the thc and cbd levels in my body, and get to himalaya on the first puff again;) this herb will certainly come in handy...

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