Botanical Name
Verbascum thapsus
 
Usual Origin(s)
Albania
 
Description
Also known as Common Mullein, Great Mullein, and Velvet Dock. Mullein is a tall biennial plant that is traditionally used for its emollient and astringent properties. It was first recommended for use 2000 years ago by Dioscorides (an ancient Greek physician) for coughs and pulmonary problems.
 
Folk Names
Aaron's Rod, Blanket Leaf, Candlewick Plant, Clot, Doffle, Feltwort, Flannel Plant, Graveyard Dust, Hag's Tapers, Hodge Taper, Jupiter's Staff, Lady's Foxglove
 
Gender
Feminine
 
Planet 
Saturn
 
Element
Fire
 
Deity
Jupiter
 
Powers
Courage, Protection, Health, Love, Divination, Exorcism
 
Magical Uses
Stuffed into a sachet or placed directly beneath your pillow, mullein guards against nightmares. 
 
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