Description
Skullcap is a gentle, calming herb long used in traditional herbal practice, valued as a tonic for the nervous system. This small-batch tincture is made from the aerial parts of the plant, extracted in vodka.
Botanical details
- Common name: Skullcap (blue skullcap, mad-dog skullcap)
- Scientific name: Scutellaria lateriflora
- Plant family: Lamiaceae
- Parts used: Aerial parts (leaves, stems)
- Taste: Slightly bitter
- Qualities: Cooling and drying
- Size: 2 oz amber bottle
Traditional uses
Traditionally used to support:
- Relaxation and calm
- Ease of nervous tension and stress
- Ease of muscle tension and spasms
- Restful sleep
- Emotional balance
- A toned, resilient nervous system over time
- Ease of nervous stomach and digestive cramping
- Comfort during your cycle
Suggested use
Shake well. Take 2 to 4 dropperfuls (1 dropperful is approximately 1 mL), 1 to 3 times daily, in water or juice.
Herbal actions
Nervine tonic, hypotensive, antispasmodic, analgesic, antimicrobial, antioxidant, anxiolytic, astringent, diaphoretic, diuretic, emmenagogue, nervine, sedative, tonic, trophorestorative.
Contraindications
- Not recommended for use during pregnancy and breastfeeding due to limited safety data.
- May enhance the effects of sedative medications.
These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.
