In episode 89 of Mother Earth News and Friends, Joanne Bauman discusses how to use mullein (Verbascum thapsus), how to make a mullein tincture, and how to use the herb for medical issues. Some people ...

A few winters ago, I found myself constantly battling a nagging cough that wouldn’t go away. I had tried all the usual herbal teas and balms, but nothing quite hit the spot. Having asthma, I struggle ...

Some people use mullein flowers and leaves to make oil or tea. Possible benefits include antibacterial and anti-inflammatory properties. There are some safety tips you should keep in mind. The mullein ...

Congestion affects many folks this time of year, and although it may seem paradoxical, smoking particular herbal blends can clear mucus clogging the throat and sinuses. According to herbalist Dani ...

Mullein, horehound, wild cherry, marshmallow, and plantain are your go-to herbs for respiratory health to ease chronic respiratory issues. Remember that some respiratory conditions warrant immediate ...

The plant: Like lamb’s ear, the large, velvety leaves of mullein invite you to give them a rub. Because of its textured leaves, mullein is also called old man’s flannel, velvet dock, bunny’s ears and ...

Wancy Y. Cho is a writer living in Chicago. When he’s not writing, you can be sure he and his dog Tiki are off on an adventure. Wancy Y. Cho is a writer living in Chicago. When he’s not writing, you ...

Mullein tea, derived from the Verbascum thapsus plant, offers a natural remedy for respiratory ailments like coughs and asthma. Its anti-inflammatory and expectorant properties help soothe airways, ...

What is this plant? They come up on their own in various places in our yard. We live near Clayton, Texas. It's very fuzzy. This one came up between bricks on our patio area. Soil here is sandy loam, ...