Description:
Verbascum thapsus, the great mullein, greater mullein, or common mullein, is a species of mullein native to Europe, northern Africa, and Asia,
and introduced in the Americas and Australia.It multiplies alone and grows in barren soils, embankments, dry meadows, ruins, between rocks and at the edges of rural roads.
Mullein was an herb known since antiquity for its health benefits. Dioscorides called The plant verbasco the black.
The ancient Greeks used the root of the plant in cases of respiratory problems, diarrhea, cramps, eye inflammation and as a remedy.
They also soaked the flowers of the plant in olive oil for a few days and used the anti-otitis oil in the form of ear drops.
For their healing properties, the dried flowers and leaves of the main plant are used, as well as the root.
It acts as an expectorant, emollient, mild diuretic, mild sedative and healing. The flowers are beneficial for the respiratory system.
They stimulate the mucous membranes of the respiratory tract, reducing inflammation and stimulating the production of fluids, thus facilitating expectoration.
Making tea: Pour a cup of boiling water into one to two teaspoons of dried leaves or flowers and leave it covered for 10 to 15 minutes. We drink three times a day.
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