Agrimony

Latin name: Agrimonia eupatoria

Common names: Common agrimony, church steeples, sticklewort, liverwort, cockleburr, fairy's wand, grooveburr.

What it helps with

• PMS-related bloating and digestive discomfort
• Mild cramping and pelvic tension
• Heavy or prolonged periods (supportive astringent)
• That “tight on the inside, smiling on the outside” feeling

Traditional wisdom

In folk herbalism, agrimony was often used for people who “hold it all together” on the outside while carrying tension inside. It’s seen as a plant that releases inner knots — physically and emotionally.

Where you’ll find it in Layacycle

• In Period tea: Reduce, designed to support menorrhagia (very heavy periods).

Safety & precautions

• Generally considered gentle and well tolerated in traditional doses.
• Avoid high doses in pregnancy unless supervised by a practitioner.
• Use caution if you’re on blood-thinning medication or have a bleeding disorder.
• Always talk to a healthcare professional if you have very heavy bleeding or sudden changes in your cycle.