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Episode 4. Mullein, Verbascum thapsus
- 2024/07/19
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Episode 4. Mullein, Verbascum thapsusMiraculous Mullein - Ray Deep in winter night the air may bite one's toes,One may see a beacon of light standing tall amongst the snow.Mullein, the candlewick plant, silver-green leaves are soft,Waiting to be harvested and hung upside down, abundant in my loft. I'll utilize stalks for burning and make a tasty tea."Be wary of the seeds" grandmothers words rang through me,Mullein seeds are quite poisonous, so remove them when you brew. Consider throwing them in the water tomorrow to catch fish easier too. My body soothed by mullein leaf tea steaming in my cup,And warmed by the fire their stalks lit right back up,I'll say a grateful prayer and tuck back into bed, Thankful for grandmothers' words ringing in my head. Welcome to Sunflower Guru. Episode 4, Verbascum thapsus, otherwise known as mullein, candlewick and torch plant, lungwort, and shepherds staff. [Name Background]The Latin word "barba" or "barbascum" refers to the hairy stamens and velvety leaves.The Greek Island of Thapsus connects the species of mullein to the abundant growth in this region.The common name Mullein is inspired from the Latin word "mollis", which describes soft, hairy leaves. Part of the Scrophulariaceae (snapdragon) family. The name Scrophulariaceae is derived from the word scrofula, a form of tuberculosis, given many of this species may be used as a natural medicine for this disease. We are about to discuss a plethora of practical uses of Miraculous Mullein.Identification, how to grow, where to find, medicinal healing, history, and even the smoking of its leaves. This podcast is intended for educational purposes only and does not constitute providing medical advice or professional services. Information provided should not be used for diagnosing or treating health conditions. Consulte with a licensed physician before implementing lifestyle changes. [Botanical Description]Native throughout Ethiopia, Egypt, Eurasia, India, the Himalayas, and Europe.Mullein has naturalized all over the globe.Hardy to zones 3 - 10. This Biennial, perennial broadleaf evergreen has over 300 species in its genus of Verbascum.Verbascum thapsus enjoys full-sun to part-shade, While thriving in disturbed soils; appearing in sites that have been clear cut, logged, deforested, constructed, or grazed. Well-draining, sandy, rocky, clay, fertile, deficient, and loam soils are all adequate substrates with a pH from 6 - 8 and does not require any fertilizer for healthy growth. Mullein is drought tolerant requiring at least 6 inches of water a year and does not like wet feet. Cold temperatures induce flowering in Verbascum thapsus's second year while foliage remains evergreen, providing winter interest to the landscape. Deer, elk, mountains goats, chipmunks, prairie dogs, and small mammals enjoy mullein when there is little to no other food available in winter months.When applied to the garden, mullein may provide a tall vertical contrast that stays evergreen. Cottage gardens, gravel gardens, pollinator gardens, container gardens, wildflower gardens, and winter gardens are excellent placements. Companion plants may be tomatoes to attract hornworms, as a climbing stalk for beans and peas, as a pest deterrent for strawberries, Brassicas, radishes,, to aerate soils around potatoes, basil nasturtium, chives, carrots, spinach are all excellent choices. Different cultivations have shown anti-bacterial, analgesic, anti-inflammatory, emollient, astringent vulnerary, diuretic, antispasmodic, anti-tumor, anti-carcinogenic, antimicrobial, diuretic, expectorant, and mild sedative qualities.Wow. We have so much to cover with so many cultivations we can make out of Mullein. For now, let's dive into how to properly identify mullein. [ History]Mullein has been honored since the Ancient Greeks as a healing herb and a medicine of the people.Even illiterate citizens prized its medicinal qualities. Pharmacologist and botanist Discorides highly praised mullein for its ability to soothe respiratory ailments.Indigenous cultures in Mexico such as the Nahuati named the plant Gordolobo, which is still sold in apothecaries today, which began at times even before the coming of conquistadoes.In medieval Jewish medicine, mullein was included as one of the 23 vital healing herbs.Remedies also showed presence during the Middle Ages. Our candlewick plant served as a bridge between the colonization of the New World and understanding of healing throughout the colonies. The National Formulary in 1916-1936 acknowledged Verbascum thapsus as a staple in herbal medicine and was approved by the German Commission E advisory panel for the treatment for respiratory health.Verbascum thapsus has been used throughout time by medical professionals in naturopathic, electric, herbalist, home remedies, physicians, and in medical institutions for the healing of both humans and animals. [Identification]Foliage...