SKULLCAP (Scutellaria lateriflora)
Skullcap is a perennial with an erect, many branched stem with pink to blue flowers.
{ Other names }
Scullcap, Virginian Skullcap, Mad Dog
{ Herbal properties of skullcap leaf }
Herbalists use skullcap mainly as a nerve tonic and for its restorative properties. It is great for the nervous system, and helps to calm and relieve stress and anxiety. It helps insomnia and menstrual pain.
{ Herbal Lore }
The name skullcap came from its early usage as a treatment for rabies.
{ Magickal properties of skullcap leaf }
Use skullcap leaf for spells & rituals involving relaxation, peace, binding oaths, consecrating vows and commitments, stress, tension, nightmares, keeping partners faithful
{ Spell Lore }
- Make an infusion with skullcap leaf for the magickal or healing properties.
- Include skullcap leaf in your spellwork, spell jars or spell bags if the properties suit your purposes.
- Use skullcap leaf in your candle work - grind the herb into a powder in a mortar & pestle and sprinkle. Always practice candlework safely.
{ Details }
- Dried cut skullcap leaf
- For incense mix, burning on charcoal discs, spell work, ritual work, spell bags, spell jars
- Store in a tightly sealed container in a cool, dark place
- See pictures for how to use in witchcraft
{ Choose between }
- 1 oz
- 1- oz
- 1 lb
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