Lady's mantle is a perennial herb in the rose family native to North America,
Europe, Greenland and Asia. Also known as Nine Hooks and Lion's Foot, this
spreading plant is noted for its globe-shaped, light green leaves and its small,
chartreuse flowers. The genus name for this plant, Alchemilla , is a modified
form of Alkemelych, an Arab term that references the plants historical use in
alchemy.
Because the morning dew collected from the leaves is reputed to be the
secret to a beautiful complexion, the herb is also known as dewcup. The dried Lady's mantle leaf for sale is primarily used in teas, although it can also be tinctured.