Skullcap (Scutellaria lateriflora) is a perennial medicinal plant in the mint family that can grow abundantly in well drained slightly shady areas. A renowned nervine, this leafy plant is considered an anxiolytic, which literally translates as "cutting anxiety." Skullcap is incredibly safe for all ages, ideal for teething babies and emotional reactivity of all ages. It also helps ease tension in the head, neck, and shoulders as well as modulates blood pressure. Skullcap is safe in pregnancy as well and can be a great "pocket nervine" to have on hand. While not considered sedating, it can help ease restlessness when someone is trying to relax into a bedtime routine as well. For anyone prone to panics and anxieties and especially in this day and time when nervous systems tend to be especially frought, this is a great plant to soothe the frayed nerves. It is also often implemented in withdrawal protocols as well.
 
Suggested dosing: 1-3 dropperfuls in the morning or at bedtime if adding to a sleep hygiene protocol and additional dropperfuls as needed throughout the day.
 
All of our tinctures are processed fresh with 95% alcohol and are grown organically or ethically wild-crafted within Kitsap county.