How do you say the word mullein?
What does mullein mean?
: any of a genus (Verbascum) of usually woolly-leaved Eurasian herbs of the snapdragon family including some that are naturalized in North America.
What is mullein used for?
Mullein is a plant. The flower is used to make medicine. Mullein is used for cough, whooping cough, tuberculosis, bronchitis, hoarseness, pneumonia, earaches, colds, chills, flu, swine flu, fever, allergies, tonsillitis, and sore throat.
Does mullein have side effects?
Based on anecdotal evidence and published studies, there are no reports of major side effects from mullein. Some species of mullein may cause contact dermatitis , a skin reaction that can cause itching, rash, and irritation.