St. Francis California Poppy Tincture, Traditional Mild Sedative and Sleep Aid, 50-250ml

St. Francis California Poppy Tincture Details

St. Francis California Poppy is a single-herb liquid extract made from certified organic California poppy tops (Eschscholzia californica). Each mL provides California poppy tops at 250 mg QCE (1:4) in distilled water and certified organic alcohol. It's traditionally used to help relieve restlessness and nervousness, and acts as a natural sleep aid. Adults take 0.3–1.2 mL (10–40 drops) three times daily, or the full daily dose 30 to 60 minutes before bed when using it for sleep. Available in 50 mL, 100 mL and 250 mL. Vegan, non-GMO and made in Canada by St. Francis Herb Farm.

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Quick Facts

Who St. Francis California Poppy Is For

• Adults who feel restless or nervous and want a traditional herbal option
• People looking for a natural sleep aid they can take before bed
• Anyone who wants a single-herb sleep tincture rather than a blend
• Those who like to fine-tune their dose drop by drop
• Shoppers who prefer certified organic, vegan herbal extracts

Who this product is NOT for:

• Anyone who is pregnant — the label says do not use
• People who need to drive or operate machinery soon after a dose, as it may cause drowsiness
• Anyone combining it with alcohol or other products that cause drowsiness
• People whose sleeplessness has lasted more than 4 weeks — see a health-care practitioner first

Vitamart's Take

California poppy is a gentle, traditional herb for restlessness, nervousness and sleep, and St. Francis gives you a straightforward version: certified organic tops at a 1:4 extract with nothing else added. What we like is the dosing flexibility — take a few drops through the day when you feel wound up, or take the whole daily amount before bed when sleep is the goal. Because it can cause drowsiness, save the bedtime dose for when you're done driving for the day.

How St. Francis California Poppy Compares

California Poppy vs. Passion Flower

Both are single herbs St. Francis positions for restlessness and sleep. Passion Flower also comes in an alcohol-free capsule, while California Poppy is offered as a tincture you can dose by the drop.

Single herb vs. ValeriCalm

ValeriCalm is a St. Francis sleep blend built around passionflower and valerian. California Poppy gives you one herb on its own if you want to keep things simple or you don't get on with valerian.

California Poppy vs. Scullcap

Scullcap is another St. Francis tincture, positioned as a traditional sedative and sleep aid for nervousness. Many people try one, then the other, to see which suits them best.

What Is California Poppy?

• California poppy (Eschscholzia californica) is a bright orange wildflower in the poppy family, native to western North America
• The tops — the flowering, above-ground parts — are used in this tincture
• Native American cultures connected the flower with dreams
• It has been used traditionally to promote relaxation and sleep quality
• Today it's used in herbal medicine to help relieve restlessness and nervousness and as a natural sleep aid

How To Use

• Adults: take 0.3–1.2 mL (10–40 drops) 3 times daily in a little water on an empty stomach
• For sleep: the full daily dose of 0.9–3.6 mL (30–120 drops) can be taken 30 to 60 minutes before bedtime
• Avoid taking with alcohol or products that cause drowsiness
• Consult a health-care practitioner if sleeplessness persists continuously for more than 4 weeks
• Keep out of reach of children

Frequently Asked Questions

Pairs Well With

• St. Francis Passion Flower Tincture
• St. Francis Lemon Balm Tincture
• Sleep Aids
• Stress & Relaxation

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Adults: Take 0.3-1.2 ml (9-36 drops) of St. Francis California Poppy 3 times daily in a little water on an empty stomach.

If using California Poppy primarily as a sleep aid, the full daily dose of 0.9-3.6 ml (27-108 drops) can be taken from 30 to 60 minutes before bedtime. Take an additional dose of 0.9-3.6 ml earlier in the evening if necessary.