Skullcap (Scutellaria lateriflora) - Organic Dried Herb

Brewing Guidance:

Steep 1-2 teaspoon per 8 oz cup of hot water. Cover and steep 10-15 minutes, then strain and enjoy. Skullcap blends well with herbs such as lemon balm, chamomile, passionflower, lavender, oatstraw, and tulsi.
Herbs love to be paired! Enjoy 15% off when you bring home more than one! 

Safety Note:

Skullcap is generally considered gentle when used appropriately. As with many calming herbs, individuals who are pregnant, nursing, or taking sedative or heart medications may wish to consult a qualified healthcare professional before use.

Description:

Skullcap is a deeply calming herb that has long been used in traditional Western herbalism to support the nervous system. Herbalists have historically turned to skullcap when the mind feels overstimulated, tense, or unable to settle into rest.

It is often described as a nervine, meaning it supports and nourishes the nervous system. Skullcap has traditionally been used to help ease nervous tension, quiet racing thoughts, and support a sense of mental and emotional calm. Rather than creating heavy sedation, it is often appreciated for helping the body gently unwind when stress or overstimulation has built up.

Many herbalists consider skullcap especially helpful for people who feel mentally wired but physically exhausted, when the body is tired, but the mind keeps running. In these moments, skullcap has traditionally been used to encourage relaxation and support a smoother transition into rest.

Energetically, skullcap carries a spirit of deep quieting and restoration. It is a plant ally often associated with helping the nervous system soften, allowing the body and mind to release tension and return to a more peaceful rhythm.

Properties: Sedative, stomachic, cerebral vasodilator, hypotensive

Flavor:

Skullcap has a mildly bitter, slightly earthy, and green herbal flavor. It is gentle but not particularly sweet, so it is often blended with more aromatic or uplifting herbs.