Black Cohosh

Latin name: Actaea racemosa (syn. Cimicifuga racemosa)

Common names: Black cohosh, Black bugbane, Fairy candle, Rattle root

What it helps with

• Symptoms associated with low estrogen (such as hot flashes and dryness)
• Cycle irregularities linked to low hormone levels
• Amenorrhea (absence of periods) in specific hormonal contexts
• Perimenopausal and menopausal discomfort

Traditional wisdom

Black cohosh has a long history in Indigenous and Western herbal medicine as a plant that supports the “transition times” in a woman’s life. It’s traditionally used to ease symptoms linked to low estrogen, such as hot flashes, night sweats, and irregular or missing periods, while helping the body find a new hormonal rhythm.

Where you’ll find it in Layacycle

• In our hormonal support tea for low estrogen and amenorrhea : "ComeBack and Estrolack— crafted to gently support cycle return and ease discomfort when hormones feel “switched off.”

Safety & precautions

• Not recommended during pregnancy or breastfeeding.
• Avoid use in hormone-sensitive cancers or conditions unless supervised by a healthcare practitioner.
• There have been rare reports of liver issues — do not use if you have active liver disease, and stop use if you notice jaundice, dark urine, or unexplained fatigue.
• Always consult a healthcare professional if you have persistent amenorrhea, severe symptoms, or are taking hormonal medications.