California poppy
— Materia Medica
Snapshot
California poppy (Eschscholzia californica).
Parts usedAerial parts (flowering)
PreparationsTincture; tea.
Primary actionsMild sedative; anxiolytic; analgesic (gentle)
SystemsNervous
NotesGentle, non‑habit‑forming relaxant helpful for restlessness and settling into sleep.
Pairs with skullcap or hops; avoid with strong sedatives.
Identification & Harvest
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