Mullein

Verbascum thapsus

Respiratory, Urinary tract, Ear ache, Anti-inflammatory

Respiratory – dry cough, expectorant, bacterial lung infections, asthma, bronchitis, lung congestion, inflammation of trachea, laryngitis

Urinary tract – bladder weakness (root), cystitis, diuretic

Ear ache – infused warm mullein flower oil with combination of garlic oil – always treat both ears

Anti-inflammatory – eyes, skin, sunburn

Pain, Swollen glands; Wounds and cuts – enhances effects of plantain; Mites in dogs; Hair color; hemorrhoids; diarrhea; warts

Used: leaves (infusion or smoked), roots

Contraindications: oil inside the ear if punctured eardrum is present; pregnant; breastfeeding; allergic reaction