🌿 Little Root – Calming • Grounding • Restorative
Also known as Valeriana dioica, Apisci sakwi waskwos, apiscakowaskos, mis-ta-sa-gah-wuskha
Traditional name: Hemorrhoid Plant
Little Root is one of the most powerful natural calming medicines in traditional healing. Known for its deeply soothing effects on the mind and body, it works as a natural sedative that helps quiet anxiety, settle the nerves, ease depression, and promote restful sleep. When taken orally, it brings a gentle relaxation that calms the entire system.
Little Root has also been used to reduce the symptoms of drug and alcohol withdrawal, ease compulsive behaviors, and support emotional balance—making it a powerful ally for those on a healing or recovery journey. Interestingly, it is the key traditional ingredient behind the pharmaceutical Valium, showing just how potent and respected this medicine truly is.
Traditionally called the Hemorrhoid Plant, it has also been used to soothe inflammation when applied topically.
Little Root offers grounding, peace, and steady comfort—supporting the mind, heart, and spirit with each use. 🌿