Description
Latin: Eschschoizia Californica
Family: Papaveraceae
Country of Origin: United States
Actions: Analgesic, anodyne, antispasmodic, febrifuge, hypnotic, nerving, sedative, soporific
Energetics: Drying, cooling, bitter
Precautions: Avoid if you are depressed and if used in excess can produce hangover like symptoms
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References: Desktop Guide to Herbal Medicine – Brigette Mars