Great Mullein is a member of the figwort family that is native to Eurasia and naturalized in North America and Australia. Because the plant is noted for its velvety leaves, it is often called Velvet Dock or Velvet Plant. Leafy with a pleasant scent. Culinary Use: in teas, alone or with other herbs. - Active Compounds: Triterpenoid saponins, Tannins, Volatile oil, Mucilage, Flavonoids Native American peoples used to smoke the leaves to help cure pulmonary ailments, and the Zuni people would apply a paste made out of the powdered root to any skin disruption or sore, and to this day infusions of the flower’s root are used to treat athlete’s foot. Keep in a sealed container away from direct sunlight, moisture and extreme heat. The herb is also known as Candlestick because the ancient Romans made a “Roman candle” or torch by dipping the long, flower stems in tallow and lighting them. The dried leaf is used to make tea and, in combination with other herbs and spices, is also used to make incense.
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