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Mullein (Verbascum thapsus) ![]() Botanical Family: Figwort - Scrophulariaceae. Irregular flowers with 2 petal lobes up and 3 down. Capsules with numerous seeds. Tribe: Verbascum Compounds: Flavonoids (antioxidant), Polysaccharides (large complex sugar molecules). Saponins (soaps) Volatile oils. Energetics (Taste): Salty (damp conditions) mucilagionous (dry conditions), bitter (cooling) Actions: Uses: Indicated where tissue is dry needing lubrication. Improves lubrication in connectivfe tissue and joints. Influences nerves to calm and used as a pain killer.
Ability to loosen mucus and move out of the body. Stimulates digestive tract.
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