Mullein (Verbascum thapsus)

Mullein — Verbascum thapsus

With its soft, velvety leaves and towering flower spikes, mullein has been a familiar presence in European wayside flora and traditional apothecaries for centuries. Its leaves have a long history in seasonal herbal traditions and are prized by botanical enthusiasts for their distinctive texture and character.

Traditional uses: Historically featured in herbal preparations for seasonal respiratory comfort; often described as a demulcent (soothing to irritated tissues) and expectorant (associated with loosening mucus).

Ways to use: Herbal infusions, botanical blends and traditional external preparations. Strain infusions thoroughly through a fine filter to remove leaf hairs.

Our botanicals: Carefully selected from a specialist organic botanical supplier and hand-packed in small batches by Hearthwise Herbals. Supplier organic status and wording subject to verification before publication.

Traditional correspondences: Saturn · Capricorn · Earth
Energetics: Cooling · Moistening

Cautions: Thoroughly filter infusions; fine hairs can irritate the throat. Seek professional advice during pregnancy or breastfeeding, or when taking medication.

50 g | Dried botanical