Mullein Leaf

Mullein Leaf is cut, and sold by the ounce.

Mullein Leaf is said to be used as a tobacco alternative and have some mildly euphoric properties. What Mullein is famous for is being a lung herb. It is said to clear and refresh the lungs even when smoked.

Mullein has a folk history of use that focuses on respiratory ailments. It has traditionally been used to treat coughs, colds, croup, bronchitis, and asthma. Because of its soothing nature, it has also been used to treat hemorrhoids, ulcers, and inflammatory skin disorders.

The flowers and seeds contain an essential oil used to treat earaches. Mullein is considered the herb of choice of lung ailments.

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Mullein is cut, and sold by the ounce.

Mullein Leaf is a tall, hardy, biennial that grows up to 6 feet and has broad oval leaves. Yellow flowers bloom on tall spikes when the plant is two years old.

Mullein Leaf is said to be used as a tobacco alternative and have some mildly euphoric properties. What Mullein Leaf is famous for is being a lung herb. It is said to clear and refresh the lungs even when smoked.

MulleinLeaf has a folk history of use that focuses on respiratory ailments. It has traditionally been used to treat coughs, colds, croup, bronchitis, and asthma.

Because of its soothing nature, it has also been used to treat hemorrhoids, ulcers, and inflammatory skin disorders. The flowers and seeds contain an essential oil used to treat earaches.

Mullein Leaf is considered the herb of choice of lung ailments.

Magical Properties:
Zodiac: Libra
Gender: Female
Planet: Saturn
Element: Fire
Deities: Circe
Basic Powers: Protection, courage, health.

Carry Mullein Leaf to protect against wild animals while in the wilderness. Worn to instill courage.

Used to invoke the fire elementals and are often used to light sacred fires.

The large dried flower stalk can be soaked in vegetable oil and used as torches for Samhain.

Medicinal Usage:
The flowers are used to make tinctures for sore throat and dry coughs.

Also gargles and syrups for sore throat and coughs.

The infused oil is used for earaches, salves on wounds, eczema, and hemorrhoids.

The Mullein Leaves are also used coughs, sore throats, fevers, and chronic respiratory disorders.

Culinary Usage:
N/A

Cosmetic Usage:
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Usage Example:
Mullein Leaf can be used to make an aromatic tea can be made by boiling 1 tblsp dried leaves or root, in 1 cup water for 5 - 10 min.

NOTE: Although there are medical usage notations provided for Mullein Leaf listed above, we are not doctors, and do not provide this educational information as medical advice. We suggest you consult with a physician or certified herbalist if you are seeking medical remedies. The information provided above is strictly informational, and not meant or intended as medical advice. The Magick Moon, nor its employees shall be held responsible, or liable for the misuse of herbs listed in this section.

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