Skullcap
(Scutellaria lateriflora)
One of the finest nervines ever discovered.
Pointed and toothed oval leaves, with small blue flowers are produced in one-sided racemes. Medicinal: Aerial parts used to nourish and calm the nervous system. Component Scutellarin has sedative and antispasmodic qualities. Hardiness zones: 3-8.
Plant Cycle: (P)
822(J)