What Is Lady’s Mantle?

Lady’s mantle is a medicinal herb that is related to roses, and can be found growing in North America, Europe, and Asia. Lady’s mantle has been used in herbalism since at least 1532, when it was first mentioned in a botanical text. It works well both on its own and when combined with other herbs. Although we only offer lady’s mantle herb, the root is also edible.

How to Use Lady’s Mantle (Common Uses)

Lady’s mantle can be taken internally as a tea, powder, capsules, or extract. Lady’s mantle is generally prepared as a tea instead of a decoction, as the leaves can be delicate.

Medicinal Uses and Benefits of Lady’s Mantle

Lady’s mantle is used primarily in European herbal medicine to help reduce menstrual pain and excessive bleeding. Additionally, it can help to ease menopause symptoms. Lady’s mantle is unique because although it is a highly astringent herb, it is balancing to the female reproductive system, and is useful in situations of both too much and too little menstrual bleeding.

Due to its powerful astringent effects, lady’s mantle can also be used externally as a facial care ingredient, mouthwash, or a gargle for sores and ulcers. In the past, lady’s mantle was a popular way to stop all types of bleeding.

Active Constituents in Lady’s Mantle

Tannins

Notable Facts About Lady’s Mantle

Lady’s mantle is used in many alchemical formulas. It is associated with the Earth Mother and the Virgin Mary.