Yerba Santa/Black Sage Blend Honey Extract

This extract brings together two powerful herbs rooted in the traditions of Western herbalism and Native American knowledge of the California landscape: Yerba Santa (Eriodictyon californicum) and Black Sage (Salvia mellifera).

Wild-gathered from the dry chaparral and rocky slopes where they thrive, both plants have long histories of use among Indigenous communities, including the Chumash, Maidu, and others. Yerba Santa has been traditionally prepared to support clear breathing and encourage a sense of openness during seasonal transitions. Its bright, resinous aroma is deeply tied to traditions of vitality and renewal.

Black Sage, with its strong, pungent scent, has been used in traditional smudging and purification practices. Known for its grounding presence and penetrating fragrance, it has been valued for its ability to create space—clearing what feels stagnant or heavy.

Together, these two herbs have often been described as helping to "wring out the lungs"—loosening what is stuck and inviting a deeper, freer breath. Their warming, aromatic nature brings movement and clarity where there has been congestion or inertia, especially in cooler, damp environments.

Ingredients: Yerba Santa** (Eriodictyon californicum), Dried Leaf Extractives, Black Sage** (Salvia mellifera) Dried Leaf Extractives, Raw Wild Honey, Sugarcane Alcohol*(40%-45%), and Spring Water

We recommend that you consult with a qualified healthcare practitioner before using herbs, particularly if you are pregnant, nursing, or on any medications. This information is for educational purposes only and has not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This information is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.

Photo by James Keskimaki with Grounded Medicine