Overview
Smartshop · Herbs & SeedsSkullcap (Scutellaria galericulata) 50g is part of our herbs & seeds range in the Smartshop. Skullcap (Scutellaria galericulata) is a European and North American herb named for its helmet-shaped flowers. Shredded dried herb, 50g, for tea infusion.
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The Herb Named After a Helmet: Skullcap (Scutellaria galericulata)
Skullcap gets its name from the distinctive shape of its flowers. Each small bloom sits inside a calyx that curves into a tight helmet-like cup, and that shape is reflected in both the common name and the Latin species name: galericulata, from the Latin for a small hood or cap. The plant belongs to the Lamiaceae family, the same family as mint, and grows as a low perennial across Europe and North America. It favours wet habitats, marshes, stream banks, and damp meadows, where it produces square stems and small opposite leaves. The aerial parts, leaves and flowering tops, are the portions used, dried and shredded for preparation.
How to Use Skullcap
The dried herb is prepared as a tea infusion. Add the shredded herb to hot water and allow it to steep. The taste is bitter, which reflects the presence of scutellarin, a bitter glycoside found in this species. The bitterness is noticeable but not harsh, and sits in line with other herbs from the mint family. This 50g pack provides loose dried herb ready to use straight away.
Advisory Information
Not suitable for persons under 18. Insufficient data exists on use during pregnancy and breastfeeding. Consult a health professional if you are taking medication or have an existing health condition. Effect descriptions reflect typical user reports, not clinical guarantees. Start with a low amount to assess your response.
