Mullein flowers, Verbascum thapsus, is a member of the scrophulariaceae. Its tall flowering spike was used by Roman legionnaires as a candle wick, by dipping the whole stem in wax. The candles would be used during funerals. This practice was also said to be used by witches covens, leading to the common name ‘hags taper’. The leaves can be used as a ceremonial alternative to white sage. Not only people find mullein useful; Gerard discussed its use as a treatment for cattle against ‘the cough of the lungs’., calling it Bullocks Lungwort. Magically, Mullein is associated with courage, inspiration, love, health, spiritual contact and protection during shadow work and astral projection. It is also said to bring protection against wild animals and evil spirits, as well as nightmares.
Mullein is native to Europe. It grows as a herbaceous perennial, with hairy leaves and yellow flowers growing on a large spike. Both the leaves and flowers can be used.
Key natural constituents of Mullein flowers are:
Mucilage, saponins including mulleinsaponins, Flavonoids including verbascoside and rutin, iridoid glycosides, polysaccharides, resins, volatile oils and lignans.
This product contains dried flowers.
Suggested use: Add 1 to 2 teaspoons per mug of freshly boiled and slightly cooled water, allow to steep for 5 to 10 minutes and strain to remove herbs.
Please do remember that magical descriptions are for entertainment purposes only. Do not give herbs to children and be aware that if you are taking prescription medication, have a known medical condition or are pregnant or lactating, you should seek advice from your medical practitioner and a qualified herbalist who is a member of a professional organisation such as NIMH or CPP before taking herbs. Please do not offer herbs to other people without making them aware that they should also follow this advice.
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