Herb of the Month: A Celebration of Plant Wisdom

At Earth’s Love Apothecary, we believe every herb carries a story a rhythm of healing passed down through generations.

Our Herb of the Month feature is designed to shine a light on one of these natural allies each month exploring its history, energetics, body system connections, and everyday uses for holistic living.

Through these monthly spotlights, we aim to:

• Educate our community on the ancestral roots and healing properties of each herb.
• Offer practical ways to incorporate plant medicine into your daily routine.
• Remind our people that nature provides everything we need to heal, nourish, and restore balance.

Each month, you’ll discover:

A featured Herb Spotlight (with cultural + herbal history)

• Suggested preparations and blends
• Related Earth’s Love Apothecary products
• And a gentle reminder to reconnect with the Earth’s rhythm

Herb of the Month: Mullein Leaf

A Respiratory Ally for Cleansing and Clarity

Botanical Name: Verbascum thapsus

 

Body Systems: Respiratory • Immune • Lymphatic

Overview:

Mullein Leaf is one of Earth’s most trusted respiratory allies. Traditionally used to support lung health, it helps to soothe irritation, loosen mucus, and promote clearer breathing. Its gentle expectorant and anti-inflammatory properties make it a go-to herb for smokers, those recovering from colds, or anyone seeking to strengthen the respiratory system naturally.

Energetics:

Cooling • Moistening • Lightly bitter

Ways to Use:

• Enjoy as a warm tea with ginger and thyme to support lung cleansing.
• Blend into your Breathe Easy or Elderberry + Eucalyptus tinctures for deeper synergy.
• Use in herbal steams to open sinuses and relieve congestion.

Earth’s Love Tip:

We combine Mullein Leaf with Elderberry, Astragalus, Ginger, and Nettle Leaf in our immune and respiratory blends  offering nourishment from root to breath.