horehound herb

Name: Marrubium Vulgare

Plant part: Leaves, plant

Systems it affects: Respiratory, digestive

Information: Ideal for cough conditions, nasal congestion, asthma, for cleaning mucous membranes. It has been used as a vasodilator, diaphoretic, diuretic and treatment for intestinal parasites. It may have hypoglycemic effects and may affect bile secretion. Horehound volatile oil has been reported to have expectorant and vasodilating effects.

Uses: As an infusion, 1 tsp per cup 2-3 times a day.

To be avoided during pregnancy or in people with hypertension.