Skullcap Fluid Extract (Scutellaria lateriflora)BOTANICAL NAME Scutellaria lateriflora COMMON NAMES Skullcap, Virginian Skullcap FAMILY Lamiaceae A food supplement traditionally used for insomnia, stress and headaches. Extracts such as tinctures or essences offer a convenient alternative to herbal teas. Many are used in food, food supplements, cosmetics and as an ingredient by herbalists in prescription formulas. A herbal food supplement.