Equine Herb of the Day: Mullein

This lung-friendly herb produces yellow flowers on tall stocks with donkey ear-shaped leaves. It is considered by many as an invasive, non-native, noxious weed. In contrast, the herbalist recognizes mullein as a valuable tool for treating a variety of equine respiratory conditions, including inflammatory airway disease (Heaves), respiratory allergies, dry and productive coughs, and exercise induced pulmonary hemorrhage EIPH (bleeding).
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