Skullcap • Scutellaria lateriflora, S. spp

Parts Used: leaves and flowers

Affinity: nervous system, smooth musculature

Herbal Action: antispasmodic, bitter tonic, nervine, sedative, trophorestorative

Indications:

• Replenishes the nervous system from chronic stress and reduces anxiety, irritability, and nervous jitters

• Promotes deep, restful sleep without morning grogginess

• Uplifts mood and reduces agitation from withdrawals

• Reduces nerve hypersensitivity from shingles, neuralgia, sciatica and early stages of MS and Parkinson's disease

• Reduces muscle spasms and twitches, including tics, tremors, and intestinal and menstrual cramping

Preferred Preparations: infusion, tincture

Taste: bitter

Contraindications: generally regarded as safe