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Aztec Sweet Herb

Respiratory

Lippia dulcis

PregnancyNursing

Last updated Mar 29, 2026

Description

Mexican sweet herb used by Aztec and Mayan peoples as a sweetener and medicine for coughs and respiratory conditions.

Active Compounds

hernandulcincaryophyllenelinaloolthymolflavonoids

Traditional Uses

Sweetener and cough remedy in Aztec medicine
Respiratory conditions in Mayan medicine
Digestive conditions
Anti-inflammatory

Modern Uses

Antitussive
Expectorant
Anti-inflammatory
Natural sweetener

Dosage Information

Recommended dosing guidelines

Forms: tea, other, extract
Adult Dose: 2-4 fresh leaves as tea 2-3x daily
Child Dose: Not established; use low doses due to hernandulcin content
Preparation Notes: Steep fresh leaves 5-10 minutes; use as natural sweetener in small amounts.

Safety Information

Not recommended during pregnancy

Not recommended while nursing

Contraindications

Pregnancy in medicinal doses
Large doses due to hernandulcin content

Possible Side Effects

Nausea with high doses

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