White
Horehound - Marrubium
vulgare
A
perennial plant growing upto 2ft tall and quite
tolerant of poor, light soil. The stems and leaves
are covered with a down giving the plant a greyish
appearance, with small white flowers growing in
whorls.
Horehound
has been one of the most popular country remedy
for colds and coughs for centuries. Herbalist Gerard
stated that "Syrup made from the greene fresh
leaves of horehound and sugar is a most singular
remedie against the cough and wheezing of the lungs."
White Horehound can be drunk as a herbal infusion
to help with lung weakness, bronchitis, and irritating
coughs.
!
Avoid in regular large or therapeutic doses during
pregnancy ! |