Coltsfoot Leaf vs Eremophila Longifolia

One of the most ancient European respiratory herbs; tussilagone and mucilage soothe coughs; pyrrolizidine alkaloid content limits internal use duration.

Shrub widespread across arid and semi-arid Australia used extensively by Aboriginal peoples for coughs, colds, skin infections, and as an analgesic smoke treatment.

Tussilagone, Mucilage, Pyrrolizidine alkaloids, Flavonoids

verbascoside, eremophilone, sesquiterpenes, phenylpropanoids

Cough and bronchitis in European tradition, Asthma and wheezing, Topical for wounds

cough, cold, skin infections, aches and pains, smoke treatment

Antitussive and expectorant short-term, Demulcent for respiratory tract, Anti-inflammatory

antimicrobial, anti-inflammatory, analgesic, expectorant

1-3g dried leaf as tea (limit to 2 weeks)

Leaf decoction 200ml 2–3x daily or steam inhalation

Hepatotoxic pyrrolizidine alkaloids – limit internal use, Avoid in liver disease, Avoid in pregnancy

pregnancy, allergy

Hepatotoxicity with prolonged use, GI disturbance

mild digestive upset