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Mullein
Family:
Scrophulariaceae |
Latin Name:
Verbascum thapsus |
Description
A hardy biennial. Height up to 6 feet; width of 2-3 feet. Flowers are yellow and 1 inch across, 4 petals, clustered densely around a single flower spike.
Common Uses
One of the primary herbs for any lung problem, including whooping cough, asthma, bronchitis and chest colds. It is also a diuretic used to relieve urinary tract inflammation, diarrhea, and hemorrhoids.
History
When in flower, it looks like a large candle. The flower stalk was dipped into tallow and lit to make a primitive torch. Such candles were carried during ceremonies, especially funerals. The Romans wrapped the figs in leaves to prevent them going bad. Roman women used the flowers to dye their hair lighter.
Products Containing this Ingredient
Adrenal Formula, Bronchial Strength Blend, Complete Tissue Formula (BF&C), Complete Tissue Formula Ointment (BF&C), Cough Syrup, Herbal, Ear Drops, Children’s Formula, Ear Oil, Mullein, Enzymes™ (Formerly Enz®), Glandular System Formula (Mullein & Lobelia), Liver & Gallbladder Cleanse, Quick, Lung & Bronchial Formula, Lung Renewal Blend, Master Gland Formula, Mind Trac, Mullein Leaf, Cert. Organic, PA Formula™ (formerly Pap®), Pancreas Formula, Thyroid Maintenance Formula
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