Scullcap Herb

Skullcap ( Scutellaria lateriflora) is a powerful nerve tonic that supports calm mood, promotes relaxation and relieves emotional stress.

Skullcap is also known as blue skullcap or mad-dog skullcap, Scutellaria lateriflora is a perennial herb native to North America, especially thriving in wetland areas like marshes, meadows, and stream banks. It belongs to the mint family (Lamiaceae) and has a long history of use in traditional herbal medicine.

Traditional & Medicinal Uses: 

• Calming and anti-anxiety: American skullcap is known for its nervine properties, helping ease anxiety, restlessness, and insomnia by enhancing GABA activity in the brain.
• Anti-inflammatory and antioxidant: Chinese skullcap contains flavonoids like baicalin and wogonin, which may reduce inflammation and oxidative stress.
• Neuroprotective effects: Some studies suggest skullcap may help protect against neurodegenerative diseases like Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s.
• Antibacterial and antiviral: Certain species, like Scutellaria barbata, show promise in fighting infections, even showing activity against COVID-19 in lab studies.
• Mood support: Small clinical trials found American skullcap may improve mood without sedating or impairing cognition.

How It’s Used

• Tea
• Capsules and tinctures

Safety Considerations:

• Liver concerns: Rare cases of liver damage have been reported, especially with adulterated products.
• Medication interactions: May interact with sedatives, blood thinners, and diabetes meds.
• Not recommended for children, pregnant, or breastfeeding individuals

Disclaimer: 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.

WARNING: Do not use if you are pregnant or nursing. Consult a doctor prior to usage if you have heart disease, liver disorder, high blood pressure, have a medical condition or take medications.