Mullein Tincture

MULLEIN LEAF (Verbascum thapsus) PART USED: Flower PROPERTIES: Tonic (heart, respiratory), Diuretic—mildly but Demulcent so often added to kidney formulas, Expectorant (and again provides its own demulcent properties), Vulnerary, Anti-inflammatory, Astringent, Nervine, Antispasmodic, Pectoral SYSTEMS AFFECTED: Cardiovascular, Integumentary, Respiratory, Structural, Urinary, Lymphatic, Endocrine/Glandular, Nerves POSSIBLE USES: earaches, bronchitis, coughs, pneumonia, allergies, asthma, lymph congestion, kidneys Mullein is a true multi-purpose herb, with many properties that are useful for many systems in many ways. In reviewing my herbal notes I found such references as “Mullein has a particular affinity for the respiratory organs,” and “Mullein is of particular use in pulmonary complaints,” and “Mullein is particularly useful to the urinary tract and the eliminative organs,” and “Mullein is particularly useful in calming and quieting inflamed and irritated nerves.” In other words, Mu