Description
Yerba Santa (Eriodictyon californicum), also known as Mountain Balm, Holy Herb, Bear’s Weed, or Yerba Santa (in Spanish, meaning “Sacred Herb”), is a fragrant, uplifting plant long revered by Indigenous and Latin American healers for its respiratory, cleansing, and heart-healing properties.
Traditionally used to support the lungs, sinuses, and immune system, Yerba Santa helps clear mucus, open airways, and soothe coughs caused by colds, allergies, or pollution. Its aromatic leaves also act as a natural mood-lifter, helping release emotional heaviness and restore inner clarity and strength.
Rich in flavonoids and expectorant compounds, Yerba Santa is often enjoyed as a tea, tincture, or herbal smoke for cleansing the chest, purifying the energy, and supporting deep breathing.
Available Forms:
• Cut & Sifted Leaf
Pairs Well With:
• Mullein Leaf – for lung and mucus cleansing
• Eucalyptus Leaf – for sinuses and clear breathing
• Peppermint – for cooling and respiratory clarity
• Thyme – for immune and bronchial support
• Lobelia – for bronchial relaxation and lung expansion
