Mullein Leaf

Mullein Leaf is a soft, velvety herb traditionally valued in herbal practices for centuries. Available in both cut and powdered forms, mullein leaf has a mild, earthy flavor and is commonly prepared as tea, incorporated into herbal blends, or used in various personal care applications. Carefully processed to preserve its natural qualities, mullein leaf remains a popular botanical for those seeking versatile herbal ingredients for wellness, culinary, and crafting purposes.

UPC: 810206316139, 810206316146, 810206316153 & 810206316160.

Origin(s): Albania, Bulgaria, Chile, Croatia, Europe, Italy, United States.

Latin Name(s): Verbascum thapsus.

Also known as: Great Mullein, Velvet Plant, White Mullein, Bullock's Lungwort, Shepherd's Club, Hare's Beard, Cow's Lungwort.

Plant Part(s) Used: Leaf.

Herbs exhibit natural variations in their size, color, smell, and taste, with each batch and harvest showing differences influenced by environmental conditions and genetics.

Appearance: Green.

Aroma: Leafy, senna-like, pleasant.

Taste: Leafy.

GMO Status: Non-GMO.

Allergen: None.

Additives: Free of any additives or preservatives.

Applications / Preparations: Mullein Leaf, in both cut and powdered forms, may be used for herbal teas, infusions, tinctures, extracts, capsules, smoothies, culinary applications, herbal blends, infused oils, poultices, compresses, salves, creams, soaps, bath products, hair care preparations, and other personal care applications. Preparation methods vary depending on the form selected. Because external uses vary widely, customers should research reliable sources for preparation and usage methods.

Internal Use – Cut
Adults may take 1–2 teaspoons (approximately 1.5–3 g) once or twice daily (totaling roughly 1.5–6 g/day).

Tea/Infusion: Pour 8–12 fl. oz. of boiling water over 1–2 teaspoons (approximately 1.5–3 g) of Cut Mullein Leaf. Cover and steep for 10–15 minutes. Strain carefully through a fine mesh strainer, coffee filter, or cheesecloth before serving. Enjoy 1–3 cups daily.

Internal Use – Powder
Adults may take 1/2 to 1 teaspoon (approximately 1–2 g) once or twice daily (totaling roughly 2–4 g/day).

Capsules: For encapsulation, follow capsule machine manufacturer instructions. One teaspoon of powder is approximately 2 g, though weight may vary by density.

Powder in Beverages/Foods: Mix 1/2 to 1 teaspoon (approximately 1–2 g) into 8 fl. oz. (240 ml) of water, juice, tea, or a smoothie. Stir or blend thoroughly and consume immediately.

External Use (Cut or Powder)
Mullein Leaf, in both cut and powdered forms, may be used in infused oils, poultices, compresses, salves, creams, bath preparations, soaps, and other topical applications. Because external uses vary widely, we encourage customers to research the best method and proportions for their needs.

Both cut and powdered Mullein Leaf may be prepared as teas, infusions, decoctions, tinctures, extracts, capsules, or herbal blends; blended into smoothies, juices, herbal beverages, soups, broths, or other foods; infused into oils or liquids; incorporated into salves, creams, balms, lotions, soaps, and other topical preparations; added to bath products such as bath salts, soaks, bath bombs, or herbal baths; included in hair rinses and hair care products; and used in a variety of DIY herbal and personal care formulations.

Storage: Store in a sealed container in a cool, dry place.

Shelf Life: It is very difficult to pin down an exact expiration date for most single herbs as they do not really expire, they lose potency or strength over time but will still have value. Unlike synthetic material or drugs, herbs can contain many constituents that contribute to their medicinal effects. Even if when we know what the active constituents are, there are often many of them in a single herb, each with different rates of degradation. Some herbs lose their effect more easily. Other herbs that possess more stable compounds such as alkaloids or steroids will last much longer.

A huge part of the degradation rate of herbs depends also on the storage conditions of the herb, & even on the quality of the herb before storage – how it was grown, harvested, dried & processed. If the product is left in hot places or open to sunlight then it will degrade much quicker than if it was stored in cool, dry place & sealed tightly.

A good rule of thumb is that herbs should be stored no longer than 2-3 years, but many herbs will have great strength much longer than that. To determine if an herb is still good you can check the appearance & aroma. Herbs that are no longer acceptable will have lost much of its vibrant color & will instead appear dull & faded. The bigger key though is to smell the raw materials to see if the potent aroma is still present. 

Warning: Consult your healthcare provider before use if you are pregnant, nursing, taking medications, or have a medical condition. Use caution if you have known sensitivities to plants in the figwort (Scrophulariaceae) family. Strain teas carefully before consumption, as the fine hairs naturally present on mullein leaf may cause throat irritation in sensitive individuals.