California Poppy Tincture: Pain & Sleep Support
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Our organic California Poppy Tincture is a traditional nervine for sleep support, pain management, and calming a racing mind. This is a must-have in everyone's home apothecary! This fresh plant extract is perfect to soothe PMS symptoms, menstrual cramps, headaches, and body pain. It is also used to calm a racing mind to support the nervous system.
How California Poppy works
California poppy has been used for generations as a mild sedative and pain-easing herb. Although it shares a family with the opium poppy, it is an entirely different species and contains no opiates. Its alkaloids, including californidine and protopine, are believed to interact with GABA receptors, the calming pathways involved in relaxation and sleep. Western herbalism classifies it as a nervine and hypnotic: an herb that relaxes the nervous system and encourages sleep. Bitter and cooling, it is especially suited to Pitta-type sleeplessness, the overheated, overactive mind at 2 a.m.
Key benefits
- Restful sleep: Traditionally used to help the body fall asleep and stay asleep.
- Calm for a racing mind: May ease occasional nervous tension and nighttime mental chatter.
- Non-habit-forming: Gentle enough for regular use as part of a bedtime routine.
- No morning fog: Supports sleep without the heavy, groggy feeling common to many sleep aids.
- Daytime calm: A smaller dose may take the edge off occasional tension during the day.
For daytime stress resilience, pair with our Sleep Tight Tincture, Sleepy Time Tea, or Milky Oats Tincture or browse all herbs for sleep and stress.
2oz
Additional Info:
Taste & Energetics
Taste: Bitter, Pungent
Energetics: Cooling, Drying
Suitable for all constitutions or doshas.
Ingredients
Organic California poppy (Eschscholzia californica), organic cane alcohol, distilled water.
Suggested Use:
For sleep, take 30-60 drops in water 30-60 minutes before bed. For daytime tension, take 15-30 drops as needed, up to 3 times daily.
May cause drowsiness; do not drive or operate machinery after use. Not for use during pregnancy or breastfeeding. Do not combine with alcohol, sedatives, or sleep, anxiety, or pain medications without medical guidance.
Is California poppy addictive?
No. California poppy is considered non-habit-forming. It is a different species from the opium poppy and contains no opiates.
Will California poppy cause morning grogginess?
Most people wake without the heavy feeling associated with many sleep aids. Start with a lower dose to assess your response.
What is the difference between California poppy and valerian?
Both are traditional sleep herbs. Valerian is stronger in aroma and can feel stimulating for a small number of people. California poppy is gentler and well suited to a racing, overactive mind.
Can California poppy be combined with other sleep aids?
Consult a healthcare provider first. California poppy may add to the effects of sedatives, sleep medications, antidepressants, and anti-anxiety or pain medications.
Is California poppy safe during pregnancy?
No. Avoid use during pregnancy and breastfeeding.
About the Herbalist
Formulated by Kate Lumpkin, an Herbalist & Certified Ayurveda Counselor, specializing in postpartum, nervous-system, and women's health.
FDA Disclaimer: These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. Consult your healthcare provider before use, especially if pregnant, breastfeeding, taking medications, or managing a health condition.
