The herb mullein is an old-time remedy for bronchitis and dry, unproductive coughs. Mullein is a good expectorant, and in the process of clearing out the congestion, it also soothes mucous membranes of the respiratory tract. An antispasmodic, mullein is thought to relieve stomach cramps and help control diarrhea.

Mullein is widely used in Europe for health of the respiratory system. The mullein plant is characterized by wide "woolly" leaves that project below a tall stalk. Mullein is a common plant in the Western United States mountain areas.

Common use of mullein: Demulcent (soothes or relieves pain in inflamed or irritated mucous membranes), anodyne (soother and pain reliever), anti-inflammatory, expectorant, respiratory support and as a relaxant.

Mullein apparent benefits:

• Covers and protects scraped tissues

• Softens and soothes irritated skin

• Shrinks tissues

• Prevents secretion of fluids

• Eases coughs and sore throats

• Soothes minor abrasions

• Relieves hemorrhoid pain

Mullein is also known as: Verbascum thapsus, Verbascum thapsiforme, V. phlomoides, V. thapsus, Blanket Herb, Lady's Foxglove and Cow's Lungwort

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