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The Lost Book of Herbal Remedies

formation of mucus and stimulates the expulsion of prevent infection and speed healing. I often pair St.
phlegm. It is a John’s Wort with mullein for sunburns.
specific treat-
ment for trachei- Warts: Powdered mullein roots rubbed onto warts
tis and bronchi- helps to kill the virus to the roots and remove the wart.
tis. For emphy- Rub it in several times a day until the wart is com-
pletely gone and the skin is healed. The juice of the
sema, try mul-
lein infusion plant can also be used.
with some colts- Cramps and Muscle Spasms: For cramping and
foot. The mix- muscle spasms, try an internal Mullein Infusion. For
ture of herbs acts muscle spasms, Mullein Infused Oil can also be rubbed
well as an expectorant for emphysema patients and into the affected muscle.
helps them breathe easier. It also relieves the coughing
spasms and wheezing. People improve with long term Gastrointestinal Issues: Mullein Infusion made
use. from the roots is very good for getting rid of intestinal
worms and other gastrointestinal issues.
For asthma, mullein can also be inhaled. Mullein can
be rolled into a rolling paper and smoked or, for chil- Harvesting: Mullein
dren, the leaves can be burned and the smoke inhaled leaves are best harvested
so as not to introduce them to smoking. during the second year
when the plant is grow-
Skin Wounds, Snake Bite, Ulcers, Tumors, ing a stalk. Harvest when
and Hemorrhoids: Externally, use a poultice pre- the flowers are in bloom,
pared from mullein leaves to heal wounds, ulcers, tu- usually between July and
mors, and hemorrhoids. Mash the leaves, apply them September. The flowers
directly to the skin, and cover them with a clean cloth. can be used either fresh
Mullein Infused Oil (recipe below) also works well on or dried, although I pre-
hemorrhoids. Mullein in a poultice form is drawing fer using them fresh
and may help draw out snake bite toxins if Plantain when I can. To dry, bun-
(Plantago) is not available – I would couple it with in- dle the leaves and hang
ternal use. It also works to draw out splinters and the them upside-down to Mullein Flowers, Forest & Kim
like. dry. Starr, CC by 3.0

Earaches and Ear Infections: I use an infusion Warning: Do not use mullein if you are pregnant or
prepared from its flowers infused in olive oil as earache breast feeding. In some people, it can cause skin irrita-
drops. The flowers are strongly bactericidal. I usually tions, stomach pain, and breathing difficulties. These
mix mullein with garlic and yarrow infused in olive oil are allergic reactions, so discontinue use if these symp-
for ear infections. I put a few drops into the ear canal toms occur.
with a dropper and plug the ear with a cotton plug. I
prefer to treat both ears, even if only one is affected, Recipes. Mullein Infusion. Ingredients: 1/2 tea-
since the sinuses are connected. Do not use mullein (or spoon powdered mullein root, and 1 cup water. Bring
any other oil in the ears) for punctured eardrums. the water and powdered mullein root to a boil and re-
duce the heat to a simmer. Simmer for 10 minutes.
Sunburn, and Inflammatory Skin Condi-
tions: Mullein is anti-inflammatory, which helps it to Mullein Infused Oil: Take 2 cups sweet almond
calm inflammatory skin conditions, especially those of oil or organic olive oil and 1 1/2 cups of mullein flow-
ers, fresh or dried. Place 1 ½ cups of mullein flowers
the mucus membranes. For this purpose, I use a few
drops of Mullein Infused Oil applied directly to the af- into a pint (500ml) jar with a tight-fitting lid. Pour the
fected area. The oil also is anti-bacterial which helps oil over the flowers and allow them to infuse for 3-4
weeks. Filter the oil and store it in a dark bottle in a
cool, dry place.

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