Verbascum Phlomoides vs Eremophila Longifolia

Orange-flowered mullein species used across Central and Southern Europe for respiratory conditions and as expectorant.

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

mucilage, saponins, aucubin, flavonoids

verbascoside, eremophilone, sesquiterpenes, phenylpropanoids

respiratory expectorant in European folk medicine, cough remedy, soothing throat tea

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

expectorant, demulcent, anti-inflammatory

antimicrobial, anti-inflammatory, analgesic, expectorant

2-4g dried flowers as tea 3x/day

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

none established

pregnancy, allergy

rare contact dermatitis

mild digestive upset