Scrophulariaceae Verbascum thapsus L.
Common Mullein
Micmac - Drug, Respiratory Aid
Use documented by:
Chandler, R. Frank, Lois Freeman and Shirley N. Hooper, 1979, Herbal Remedies of the Maritime Indians, Journal of Ethnopharmacology 1:49-68, page 63
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Verbascum thapsus L.
Scientific name: Verbascum thapsus L.
USDA symbol: VETH (
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Common names: Common Mullein
Family: Scrophulariaceae
Family (APG): Orobanchaceae
Native American Tribe: Micmac
Use category: Drug
Use sub-category: Respiratory Aid
Notes: Parts of plant used for catarrh and leaves used for asthma.
RECRD: 96974 id: 42820