Scientific Name: Tussilago farfara
Medicinal Properties
Coltsfoot is used to treat respiratory problems such as coughing and asthma. Coltsfoot can be
used to relieve asthma. While it is very effective in relieving asthma, the effect is short-lived.
Coltsfoot can be used to suppress coughs and reduce chest congestion. It relieves wheezing as
well.
Magickal Properties
Gener: Feminine
Planet: Venus
Element: Water
Used for Love & Visions
Use in love sachets and spells of peace and tranquility
Did You Know? (Background)
Coltsfoot has been taken for thousands of years as a cough suppressant. At oen time it was
smoked to ease breathing. As early as the first century, coltsfoot was recommended for dry
coughs and for breathing problems by the Greek doctor Dioscorides.
Coltsfoot is a popular remedy for respiratory problems throughout Europe. It is also very popular
in China. In Europe the leaves are used primarily and in China the flowers are used. It is still used
as a medicinal cigarette or it can be made into a syrup. Research indicates that coltsfoot extracts
can improve the function of the immune system.
Safety
Coltsfoot flowers should not be used. The herb should not be taken by pregnant or breast-feeding
women. It should not be given to children under age 6. Some countries have legal restrictions
regarding coltsfoot availability and usage
Medicinal Properties
Coltsfoot is used to treat respiratory problems such as coughing and asthma. Coltsfoot can be
used to relieve asthma. While it is very effective in relieving asthma, the effect is short-lived.
Coltsfoot can be used to suppress coughs and reduce chest congestion. It relieves wheezing as
well.
Magickal Properties
Gener: Feminine
Planet: Venus
Element: Water
Used for Love & Visions
Use in love sachets and spells of peace and tranquility
Did You Know? (Background)
Coltsfoot has been taken for thousands of years as a cough suppressant. At oen time it was
smoked to ease breathing. As early as the first century, coltsfoot was recommended for dry
coughs and for breathing problems by the Greek doctor Dioscorides.
Coltsfoot is a popular remedy for respiratory problems throughout Europe. It is also very popular
in China. In Europe the leaves are used primarily and in China the flowers are used. It is still used
as a medicinal cigarette or it can be made into a syrup. Research indicates that coltsfoot extracts
can improve the function of the immune system.
Safety
Coltsfoot flowers should not be used. The herb should not be taken by pregnant or breast-feeding
women. It should not be given to children under age 6. Some countries have legal restrictions
regarding coltsfoot availability and usage
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