Mullein

Mullein

Common Name: Bunny Ears

Genus and Species Name: Verbascum thapsus
Active Chemical Ingredients: C53H86O22 ,Triterpenoid saponin

Medicinal Uses: Mullein has several medicinal properties important for treating various ailments, especially coughs and congestion. Mullein is particularly effective in treating disorders of the respiratory tract such as tracheitis and bronchitis. The leaves and flowers of the herb are widely used as an infusion to diminish the production of mucus as well as arouse the coughing up of phlegm or thick mucus. It may be mentioned here that mullein blends well with other expectorants (medicines for cough) like coltsfoot and thyme. When applied externally as an emollient (a substance that smoothes the irritating skin), mullein proves to effectively heal dermis disorders. Also helps cure frostbite when leaves are applied externally

Preparation: fresh leaves, infusion, emollient

Citations:
 (n.d.). Retrieved September 6, 2015, from http://www.herbs2000.com/herbs/herbs_mullein.htm

 Patent EP0636633A1 - A triterpenoid saponin, extraction thereof and use to treat or prevent diabetes mellitus. (n.d.). Retrieved September 6, 2015, from http://www.google.com/patents/EP0636633A1?cl=en