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Mullein Leaf Tea (loose leaf)
80g
R 98,00
Mullein Leaf — A Comforting Cup for Throat & Chest
With her soft, velvety leaves and tall spires of yellow flowers, mullein has held a special place in traditional herbal cupboards for centuries. Often called great mullein, this distinctive plant is especially associated with comforting the throat and chest during coughs and seasonal colds.
Our dried mullein leaves brew into a mild, earthy, naturally caffeine-free infusion—a warming cup for those days when your throat feels scratchy and a little extra comfort is welcome.
Traditionally Treasured For
Dry, tickly coughs and throat irritation
Mullein leaf has long been used in herbal infusions to soothe an irritated throat and bring comfort when persistent tickling makes you want to cough.
Helping loosen mucus
Traditional herbalists describe mullein as an expectorant—a herb used to help loosen mucus and make it easier to cough up. This is a traditional use rather than a clinically established effect of the tea.
Seasonal respiratory comfort
Warm mullein infusions have traditionally accompanied rest and care during colds, particularly when coughing leaves the throat feeling dry or tender.
What Makes Mullein Interesting?
Mullein contains mucilage, plant compounds that form a soothing, slippery mixture when combined with water. This helps explain its traditional reputation as a demulcent—a herb used to comfort irritated surfaces such as the throat.
It also contains saponins, compounds thought to contribute to its traditional expectorant use, alongside flavonoids and other plant constituents studied for their biological activity.
How to Enjoy
Place 1–2 teaspoons of dried leaves in a cup, pour over freshly boiled water, cover and steep for 10–15 minutes.
Strain carefully through a paper tea filter, coffee filter or very fine cloth. Mullein leaves carry tiny hairs that can irritate the mouth and throat if left in the drink; an ordinary tea strainer may not catch them all.
Enjoy comfortably warm, with a little honey if desired.
Why We Love This Tea
Mullein is a lovely example of an unassuming plant with a rich herbal heritage. We love her soft leaves, gentle flavour and the simple comfort of a warm, carefully brewed cup when the throat needs a little kindness.
Ingredients: 100% dried mullein leaves (Verbascum thapsus).
Consult your healthcare professional before use if pregnant, breastfeeding, taking medication or managing a medical condition. Seek advice before giving to children. Persistent or worsening coughs need assessment; seek prompt medical care for breathlessness, chest pain, coughing blood or fever.
Ingredients
100% dried mullein leaves (Verbascum thapsus). Why We Choose Loose-Leaf We like our herbal teas simple: beautiful botanicals, hot water and a little time to brew. Tea bags add extra materials and processing costs. Some also contain plastics—in the mesh or the material used to seal them—which can release tiny plastic particles during brewing. Choosing loose herbs lets us skip the bag and keep the focus on what you’re buying: the herbs themselves. And while loose-leaf might sound like a bit of a hassle, a lovely teapot with a built-in sieve or a reusable stainless-steel infuser makes it a breeze. Simply scoop, steep, strain and enjoy. You can choose your own strength, admire the flowers and leaves, and enjoy fewer single-use bits to throw away. A little less packaging. A little more ritual. A beautiful cup of nature.