Benefits Of “Mullein” Root

Verbascum thapsus

Benefits Chemical &
Nutrient Content
Growing Suggestions
 
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Genus: Verbascum
Species: V. thapsus
Also known as: Candlewick plant,
torches, velvet dock, flannel plant,
feltwort, Aaron’s rod, shepherd’s
staff, lungwort
Parts used: Leaves, flowers,
and roots
Solaray Mullein 330 MG - 100 Capsules
Solaray Mullein
330 MG -
100 Capsules
Nature's Answer Mullein Leaf 2000 MG - 1 Fluid Ounces Liquid
Nature's Answer
Mullein Leaf
2000 MG - 1 Fluid
Ounces Liquid
Alvita Mullein Leaf Tea - 24 Bag(S)
Alvita Mullein Leaf
Tea - 24 Bag(S)
Mullein is excellent in treating upper respiratory conditions such as bronchitis due to its anti-catarrhal action on mucus membranes of the respiratory system and soothes inflamed tissues. It also reduces inflammation of the trachea. Mullein leaf tea is very soothing to a sore throat.


Mullein grows everywhere and is hard to miss. Yet few encounter the velvet leafed weed with its rod like stem and striking yellow flowers appreciate its place in herbal healing as a treatment for some respiratory complaints.


Colonists introduced mullein into North America, and the Indians quickly adopted it for coughs, bronchitis and asthma. The accepted way to take mullein in early America was to smoke it.


This herb contains a substance called mucilage, which swells and becomes slippery as it absorbs water. This probably accounts for its soothing action on the throat. Mullein also contains tannins, which are astringent. One study showed it also contains anti-inflammatory properties as well.


Mullein seeds are toxic and may cause poisoning; however, there has been no reports of adverse effects from the leaves, flowers and roots.


The FDA includes this herb on its list of herbs generally regarded as safe. As with all herbal nutrition supplements, mullein supplements should only be used in amounts typically recommended for medicinal purposes and you should always consult with a health professional first, especially if you are pregnant, nursing or taking prescription medications.


CHEMICAL & NUTRIENT CONTENT:
Aucubin, choline, hesperidin, magnesium, PABA, saponins, sulfur, verbaside and vitamins B2, B5, B12 and D.


GROWING:
Mullein is a hardy biennial that grows almost anywhere in temperate climates. During its first year, it produces a rosette of large, hairy, tongue shaped, greenish white, six to fifteen inch leaves; hence, many of its common names.


In its second year, mullein sends up a fibrous stem that reaches three to six feet. A striking cylindrical spike of small, dense, yellow flowers develops atop the stem.


It grows easy from seeds in light, sandy soil under full sun. Sow seeds in spring after danger of frost has passed.


Harvest up to one third of the leaves during plants first year. Harvest the rest the following year before the flowers bloom. Pick the flowers as they open. Harvest mullein roots during autumn.


SUGGESTIONS:
Other herbs containing anti-catarrhal actions include black cohosh, cinnamon, coltsfoot, comfrey, eyebright, gotu kola, mint, saw palmetto and thyme.

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