Herbs & Botanicals

Plant-derived compounds with traditional and evidence-based health applications.

California Poppy

Evidence review of California poppy for sleep. Research on mild sedative alkaloids, GABA and opioid receptor modulation, and safety profile.

Chamomile tea and extract may help promote relaxation and support sleep through apigenin's calming effects. Review the evidence at SleepCited.

Evidence review of hops for sleep support. Research on sedative compounds, GABA modulation, and combination therapy with valerian.

Evidence review of jujube seed (Suan Zao Ren) for sleep. Research on jujubosides, GABAergic modulation, and traditional use for insomnia.

Evidence review of kava for sleep support. Research on kavalactones, anxiolytic effects, GABA modulation, and safety considerations.

Lavender may support sleep quality through aromatherapy or oral supplements like Silexan. Review the research evidence at SleepCited.

Lemon balm is a calming herb that may support sleep through GABA modulation. See the evidence-based research at SleepCited.

Magnolia bark contains honokiol and magnolol that may support sleep via GABA receptor modulation. Review the evidence at SleepCited.

Passionflower is a traditional herb that may support sleep through GABAergic activity. Explore the clinical evidence at SleepCited.

Evidence review of saffron for sleep quality. Research on crocin and safranal, mood modulation, and sleep improvement in clinical trials.

Evidence review of skullcap for sleep and anxiety. Research on GABA-A receptor binding, anxiolytic flavonoids, and pre-sleep relaxation support.

Valerian root is a traditional herbal sleep aid that may support sleep quality through GABA modulation. Review the clinical evidence …