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Skullcap

Scutellaria lateriflora

also known as American skullcap, Mad-dog skullcap

Moderate (traditional + emerging)

A North American mint-family herb traditionally used to ease anxiety and nervous tension — must be sourced from species-verified suppliers.

  • Mild anxiolytic action
  • Modulates GABA receptors
  • Eases nervous tension and restlessness
  • Used by Cherokee for ceremonial purposes
  • Adopted into Eclectic medicine in the 1700s

Active in Baicalin, Scutellarin, Flavonoids.

Confirm species — only American (S. lateriflora) is safe; Chinese skullcap (S. baicalensis) is different
Past contamination with toxic germander caused liver injuries
Use only reputable, species-verified sources
Use caution with sedatives
Discontinue 2 weeks before surgery
Insufficient data in pregnancy

Memorial Sloan Kettering About Herbs · EMA Herbal Medicinal Product Monographs · American Botanical Council HerbMedPro

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158 herbs, nutrients, and compounds. What the science says, what tradition knew, and what to watch for. Founding members keep this running.

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