Yerba Santa
Eriodictyon californicum
A 'holy herb' resinous leaf used by California peoples as an expectorant for coughs and chest congestion.
Traditional use (indigenous-americas): A 'holy herb' resinous leaf used by California peoples as an expectorant for coughs and chest congestion.
A 'holy herb' resinous leaf used by California peoples as an expectorant for coughs and chest congestion.
Active constituents are under study; evidence ranges from traditional use to preliminary human trials.
- A 'holy herb' resinous leaf used by California peoples as an expectorant for coughs and chest congestion.
Evidence strength: traditional use.
- See the evidence level above
- Generally mild; sticky resin.
- Pregnant/breastfeeding people without medical advice
Generally mild; sticky resin.
May interact with prescription medications — review with a clinician if you take any.
Use caution in pregnancy, breastfeeding, for children, and with chronic disease unless cleared by a clinician.
Choose reputable, tested suppliers; correct identification is essential for wild-harvested plants.