Botanical Name: Scutellaria lateriflora

Common Name:

English: Quaker Bonnet, Mad dog, Skullcap
Also, known as: American Skullcap, Blue Pimpernel, Blue Skullcap, Grande Toque, Helmet Flower, Hoodwort, Mad-Dog Herb, Mad-Dog Skullcap, Mad-Dog Weed, Mad Weed, Quaker Bonnet, Scullcap, Scutellaria, Scutellaire de Virginie, Scutellaire Latériflore, Scutelluria, Toque Bleue, Toque Casquée, Toque des Marais, Scutellaria lateriflora, Mad-Dog Weed, Escutelaria, Scutellaire

Origin: USA

Harvested: Wild

Parts Used: Herb

General Information:

Skullcap herb (Scutellaria lateriflora) is a trusted herbal remedy traditionally used to support relaxation, stress balance, and nervous system wellness. Sourced from North America, skullcap has been valued for centuries by herbal practitioners for its gentle yet effective botanical properties. Naturally rich in flavonoids and plant-based compounds, skullcap herb is commonly used in teas, tinctures, and herbal blends designed to promote calm, mental clarity, and overall well-being. Its reputation as a soothing, non-habit-forming herb makes skullcap a popular choice in holistic wellness routines. The American species, Virginian skullcap, flowering in July, with inconspicuous blue flowers in one sided raceme, is one of the finest nerviness ever discovered. The various species of scutel-laria will grow in any ordinary garden soil, preferring sunny, open borders, where they will live much longer and grow more strongly than on a rich soil, though they seldom continue more than two or three years.

This small perennial, with fibrous yellow roots, has an erect and very branching square stem, 1 to 3 ft. in height. The tooth-edged leaves grow opposite each other on short stalks. It derives its common name from the helmet-shaped upper lid of its small seed pods; the pale blue flowers bloom in pairs just above the leaves in July and August.

How to use:

Hot Infusion:

The basic method for dried herbs and flower is, take 2-3 tablespoons of dried herb in a cup or teapot. Pour hot water over it and cover it with lid for 10-30 minutes. Hot water is needed to draw out the antioxidants, enzymes, vitamins, flavonoids, and volatile oils from the botanicals. Strain and squeeze out as much as liquid as possible and enjoy!

Tips:

You can sweeten your herbal tea with a bit of honey, natural fruit juice, stevia leaves powder and or licorice root powder.
You can make ice cubes or pops by freezing tea in ice trays or pop molds.

Precautions:

You should consult with a qualified healthcare practitioner before using any herbal products, particularly if you are pregnant, nursing, or on any medications.

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Skullcap Herb Cut