Mullein leaf tea (Verbascum thapsus) is a common weed that has long been used in herbal. Mullein has been used since ancient times, and its use and popularity only seem to be increasing as time goes on.
The leaves and flowers are both edibles. The top portion of the stem develops yellow flowers that have a faint, honey-like odor. This, along with the stamens, constitutes the active ingredient.
Mullein is weedy and thus widely available, the only major thing to consider is that harvesting is best in areas that are free of pollutants. From 10 kg of fresh mullein leaves 1 kg of dry ones is obtained. It has a rich, aromatic, refreshing, subtly sweet, herbal taste. Mullein Flowers taste like wildflowers and honey.
Mullein leaf tea (Verbascum thapsus) is a common weed that has long been used in herbal. Mullein has been used since ancient times, and its use and popularity only seem to be increasing as time goes on.
The leaves and flowers are both edibles. The top portion of the stem develops yellow flowers that have a faint, honey-like odor. This, along with the stamens, constitutes the active ingredient.
Mullein is weedy and thus widely available, the only major thing to consider is that harvesting is best in areas that are free of pollutants. From 10 kg of fresh mullein leaves 1 kg of dry ones is obtained. It has a rich, aromatic, refreshing, subtly sweet, herbal taste. Mullein Flowers taste like wildflowers and honey.
