Horehound
History & Information
A member for the mint family, Marrubium vulgare is a flowering perennial with green and white leaves and a distinct bitter taste. Native to Asia and Europe, horehound grows in a wide range of climates and is now naturalized to North America. Horehound herb has a long history of use for its wellness-supporting properties in traditional European folk herbalism. Typical preparations include tea, tincture, botanical candy, and syrup.
Egyptian priests referred to horehound as the "Seed of Horus", which some speculate its modern name came from. In medieval Europe it was used to ward off spells by witches. It is also recorded as one of the "bitter herbs" eaten at Passover.
Directions
To prepare as a tea, pour 8 oz. boiling water over 1/2 tsp. of herb. Cover and steep 5-10 minutes, strain and serve immediately.
Safety Guideline: Not for use during pregnancy except under the supervision of a qualified health practitioner.
Precautions
Not for use in pregnancy except under the supervision of a qualified healthcare practitioner. We recommend that you consult with a qualified healthcare practitioner before using herbal products, particularly if you are pregnant, nursing, or on any medications.
More Information
Botanical Name: Marrubium vulgare
Form: Cut & Sifted
Origin: Bulgaria, Poland, United States of America
Certification and Values
No Artificial Ingredients
Non ETO
Non Irradiated
Kosher
Please note:
There is a maximum purchase limit of 6 oz per herb.
Orders exceeding this amount may require up to 2 weeks to ship.
Pickup available at The Mercantile Apothecary
Usually ready in 24 hours