Description

Wildcrafted Prickly Lettuce Tincture
Prickly Lettuce (Lactuca serriola), often overlooked as a common “weed,” is one of nature’s gentlest but most reliable herbal sedatives. Historically known as “wild opium” (though it contains no opiates), it’s revered for its ability to ease pain, reduce muscular tension, calm overstimulated nerves, and support natural sleep cycles—without addiction or grogginess.

This tincture is crafted from fresh wild-harvested aerial parts (primarily leaves and stem latex), which contain potent milky compounds.

Key constituents in prickly lettuce include:

  • Lactucopicrin & lactucin – Bitter sesquiterpene lactones that act as natural sedatives and mild analgesics

  • Flavonoids – Anti-inflammatory compounds that soothe irritated nerves and reduce muscle spasm

  • Latex alkaloids – Contribute to physical relaxation and pain-relief through central nervous system modulation

  • Trace minerals – Support neuromuscular function and detox


Best used when symptoms include:

  • Physical pain, tension, or nerve-related discomfort

  • Restlessness, insomnia, or racing body energy

  • Stress-induced muscular tightness or back tension

  • Tooth grinding, jaw clenching, or twitchy muscles

  • Post-exertion soreness, overwork, or physical burnout

  • Minor inflammation that disturbs rest or focus

Unlike sedatives that knock you out, Prickly Lettuce gently slows everything down. It works particularly well in the evening, after mental or physical stress, or as part of a pain and trauma recovery protocol.


🧴 Product Details:

  • 2 oz amber glass dropper bottle

  • Made fresh to order

  • Suggested use: 1–2 droppers up to 3x daily, or before bed

  • Shelf life: 12–18 months when stored in a cool, dark place

  • May be used topically on sore joints and muscles as well


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