Yerba Santa Leaf
Eriodictyon californicum
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Sold by weight, 1 oz – 1 lb. Exact pricing per size is shown at checkout.
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Photographs are often staged or closely zoomed. Colour varies from batch to batch — please read the description below.
About this herb
Yerba Santa Leaf.
Yerba Santa (Eriodictyon californicum), also known as Mountain Balm and Bear Weed, is a fragrant shrub native to California, where it thrives under the canopy of redwood forests. This versatile herb has been cherished in herbal traditions for its aromatic, earthy leaves, commonly used in tea blends, bath infusions, and herbal tonics.
Rich in natural flavonoids, Yerba Santa has a long history of being used in the food and pharmaceutical industries to enhance flavor. It is also widely incorporated into herbal remedies, respiratory blends, and muscle-soothing baths.
🌿 Traditional & Modern Uses ✔ Herbal Tea & Infusions – A warm, earthy tea infusion with a mildly sweet flavor. ✔ Bath Soaks & Muscle Relief – Used in bath blends to ease tired muscles & joints. ✔ Tinctures & Extracts – Often tinctured or made into syrups & liquid preparations. ✔ Respiratory & Wellness Blends – Combined with Lobelia & other herbs in tonics & teas. ✔ Culinary & Medicinal Flavoring – Contains flavonoids used in the food industry.
☕ How to Use Yerba Santa Herb ✔ Yerba Santa Tea Recipe: Use 1 teaspoon of dried Yerba Santa leaves per 8 oz (1 cup) of hot water. Steep for 10–15 minutes, strain, and enjoy.
Pairs well with peppermint, mullein, ginger, or licorice root.
✔ For Herbal Baths & Infusions: Add a handful of dried leaves to a warm bath for a soothing soak. Brew a strong herbal infusion and use it as a natural steam inhalation.
✔ For Tinctures & Syrups: Combine dried Yerba Santa with alcohol (vodka or brandy) in a sealed glass jar. Store in a dark, cool place for 4–6 weeks, shaking occasionally. Strain and use 10–20 drops as needed.
✔ For Wellness Tonics & Respiratory Blends: Blend with Lobelia, Mullein, and Thyme for a herbal congestion tea. Mix with honey or elderberry syrup for a natural herbal tonic.
🌱 Why Choose Our Yerba Santa? ✅ 100% Pure & Natural – No additives, fillers, or preservatives. ✅ Ethically Wildcrafted & Sustainably Harvested – Grown for maximum potency & freshness. ✅ Multi-Purpose Use – Perfect for tea, infusions, bath soaks, tinctures & herbal remedies.
📦 Storage: Keep in a cool, dry place, away from moisture & sunlight. 🌿 A time-honored herbal remedy for tea, bath infusions & wellness traditions!
Product details
| Botanical name | Eriodictyon californicum |
|---|---|
| Process | naturally dried Yerba Santa leaf |
| Color | Light green |
| Origin | USA |
| Available sizes | 1 oz – 1 lb |
Storage
Keep in a sealed container, away from heat, light and moisture.
Shipping
Orders are processed 9am–6pm, Monday to Friday. Closed weekends and major US holidays.
| North America | 3–7 business days |
|---|---|
| Canada | 10–15 business days |
| Europe | 12–18 business days |
About the photographs
Product photographs are often staged or closely zoomed. Herbs are a natural product and colour varies from batch to batch, so please read the description rather than judging by the photo alone.
Bulk & wholesale
Larger bulk and wholesale quantities are available on most items. Ask about wholesale pricing.
Disclaimer — US FDA regulations
This information should never replace the care of a medical doctor. We are not medical professionals and are not claiming to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease. This is provided for educational purposes only, based on common and publicly accessible historical information about the herb. You must be 18 years or older to purchase. We recommend educating yourself about any herb before buying it.
Reviews for Yerba Santa Leaf
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“5 star seller had items hard to source locally and arrived in good shape, packaged well. Very happy with purchase”
“Would reorder item it’s as described”
“Smelled ok when I opened it. Leaves are a nice green color and in good condition. Can’t wait to try it!”
“Fresh and shipped safely so all the leaves are as they were when sent. Thank you”
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