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Skull Cap

Botanical Name
Scutellaria lateriflora

Common Name
Quaker Bonnet, Helmet Flower, Hoodwort, Mad-dog Weed, Madweed, Blue Pimpernel.

Part Used
Herb

Introduction
Skullcap is a perennial herb 60cm high covered with hair; known for it’s flower formation and a fruit which looks like a warty nut. Skullcap is found in North America and Europe. The whole plant is employed for medicinal purposes.

Historical Use
Skullcap was introduced into America by Dr.Lawrence Van Derveer in 1772 for the treatment of hydrophobia thus the name,” mad-dog weed”. It was also popular as a tonic, tranquilizer and anti spasmodic.

A Remedy For
  • Anxiety
  • Blood serum cholesterol
  • Headaches
  • High blood pressure
  • Hysteria
  • Insomnia
  • Muscle spasm
  • Neuralgia
  • Pain
  • Tension


    • Active Constituents
    Flavonoids (scutellarin), resin, tannins, tridoide monoterpenes, volatile oil.

    Side Effects
    There is insufficient data documentation regarding the complete safety of the herb. It has been known to produce hepatotoxic effects (liver damage) in some individuals.
     

    Products

    Skullcap Herb Alcohol Free Extract - Image not available
    Skullcap Herb Alcohol Free Extract
    1 fl oz
    $7.50
    Skullcap Herb Extract - Image not available
    Skullcap Herb Extract
    1 fl oz
    $7.50
    Skullcap Herb Extract - Image not available
    Skullcap Herb Extract
    2 fl oz
    $13.51
     

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